HELLO, MY NAME IS

Shaskia John

Lecturer
Ecologist
Wildlife Photographer
Illustrator
Actor
Influencer

About Me

I am a scientist and multi-creative

I am a scientist with a passion for nature and the arts

My childhood passion for conservation has blossomed into a lifelong scientific and academic career, ensuring the protection and sustainability of our natural environment, I hope to inspire young people to preserve our natural heritage

As a multi-creative, I use various platforms to showcase the beauty of the natural world and to energise the youth into understanding and caring for the environment.

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What I Do

Science – Art – Social Media

Scientist/Lecturer

I am passionate about preserving our natural heritage and am currently lecturing and pursuing higher education.

Artist

My illustrations have been featured in two poetry collections.
My wildlife photographs adorns clients’ homes.

Influencer

I collaborate with corporate partners and share my passion for nature conservation with more than 80k global followers.

Pursuits

Master’s of Applied Sciences student

Model and Actor

Illustrator and Wildlife Photographer

Influencer

My Experience

2016-2023

Tshwane University of Technology
Lecturer
Post-graduate Student

Nature Conservation

I am a lecturer and currently pursuing my Master’s of Applied Sciences Degree. I am a registered scientist with SACNASP and a Golden Key member.

2015-2023

Boss Models Johannesburg

Model

I have appeared in various print, television and internet adverts locally and internationally.

2022-current

MLASA Casting Agency

Actor

I have recently aligned all acting options here.

2016-2023

Illustrator & Wildlife Photographer

Artist

My illustrations appear in two poetry collections, “Beyond Spice” (2016) and “Sanctum” (2022). My wildlife photography is appreciated as wall art locally and internationally.

2013-2023

Influencer

Social Media Influencer

I collaborate with global brands and use my platforms to educate and engage young minds about the critical need for sustainable living and nature conservation.