Regina Duchak

Photographer & Printmaker

Regina Duchak is a BFA photography student and biology major at Florida Atlantic University, living and working in Jupiter Farms, Florida. Her photographic research focuses on nature and wildlife, emphasizing narrative and conservational themes. She has explored environmental photography for five years, taking several classes at the Palm Beach Photographic Centre in addition to her own research, experimentation, and university coursework. Working as the assistant naturalist at Riverbend Park has allowed her to explore different viewpoints relating to conservation, ranging from historical to scientific. Her passion lies in exposing Florida's ecosystems with a unique narrative viewpoint to encourage relatable appreciation inspired by various wildlife photographers and their expertise in visual storytelling. Her early experiences with sports photography developed her technical skills, decision-making, and creative improvisation, introducing a fast-paced mindset that has carried over into her environmental explorations. Her current project investigates the relationship between wildlife and artificial objects in their habitats, including the natural reclamation of remote structures.