Mickaël Malaper

Mickaël Malaper is a specialist sports photographer with a profound connection to the world of aquatics. Drawing on over a decade of experience as a swimming coach and teacher in both France and the UK, Mickaël possesses a unique 'swimmer’s eye' that enables him to capture the sport from an insider's perspective.

His work is defined by a dual approach: capturing the high-octane energy of competitive racing and the technical beauty of underwater movement. By combining technique with his knowledge of the sport, Mickaël documents more than just the race; he captures the 'why' behind the sport. From regional championships to commissioned athlete portraits, his imagery is there to show the commitment and passion found within the athletes in this sport. Through his lens, the hours of training and the split-second wins are transformed into authentic, striking visual stories.