WOMENS OFFSHORE CONFERENCE
Women’s Offshore Conference: A Tribute to the Unseen Heroes
Some stories don’t get told often enough.
The Women’s Offshore Conference was more than just an event—it was a reminder of the resilience, expertise, and leadership of women working in an industry where they are still the minority. As someone who spent over five years in petrochemicals and even worked on an oil rig, this job wasn’t just another photography assignment. It was a full-circle moment.
Capturing the Strength of Women in Offshore Careers
Photographing this event required an understanding of both the technical aspects of lighting and the emotional depth of storytelling:
📸 Flash vs. Natural Light:
The speaking panels took place in controlled lighting environments, requiring flash photography to balance the highlights and shadows.
The floor interactions and networking sessions needed a more natural feel, so I opted for ambient light and fast shutter speeds to capture candid moments authentically.
🎤 Bringing Voices to Life:
The women on stage weren’t just speakers—they were leaders, engineers, and industry veterans who had paved the way for others.
Every expression, every gesture, and every shared story was a moment worth preserving.
👷♀️ Why This Work Matters:
The offshore industry is physically demanding, mentally challenging, and often overlooked when it comes to the contributions of women.
These women are out in the field, making real impacts on safety, operations, and innovation—yet how often do we see their stories?
More Than Just Photos—A Reminder of Purpose
Walking through the conference, hearing the stories, and seeing the connections made between these women brought me back to my own experiences. The long hours, the challenges, the grit required to work in a male-dominated space—it all came rushing back. But this time, I wasn’t there as a worker. I was there as a storyteller.
This shoot reminded me why I do what I do—because every industry, every story, and every person deserves to be seen.
If you want to learn more about the Women’s Offshore Conference and the work they do to support women in the industry, visit their website:
https://womenoffshore.org
