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Exploring Coastal Waters with a DSLR Underwater...

Learning to scuba dive opens up an entirely new world, but combining that skill with underwater photography—particularly using a dSLR housed in a dedicated underwater casing—adds a layer of both...

Wonders in Wide Perspective

In the vibrant world of underwater photography, few images have captured the imagination of both judges and the public like Gaetano Dario Gargiulo’s striking photo titled "The Day of the...

Anilao in Focus: A Workshop Beneath the Waves

The Anilao Workshop Photo Essay from December 2017 showcases the synergy of exploration, technical mastery, and creative underwater photography. Taking place in the biodiverse waters of Anilao, Philippines, this annual...

Depths of Awareness: Celebrated Ocean Art by Br...

The dive began like many others, but beneath the surface was a different world that morning. Nusa Penida, known for its thriving marine life and breathtaking underwater encounters, had long...

Art with a Purpose: Conservation Spotlight on R...

The photograph titled "Both Worlds of Fishing" by Rafael Fernandez Caballero offers a powerful lens through which the viewer can witness the intersection of tradition, marine life, and responsible practices...

Capturing the Gaze: A Face-to-Face Perspective

Underwater macro photography is a rewarding and immersive hobby. Many photographers begin with a fascination for small sea creatures—nudibranchs, shrimp, crabs, and tiny fish—and find themselves drawn into a lifelong...

Into the Wild: Exploring the Channel Islands

The kelp forests of California’s Channel Islands are mystical and enchanting. Towering from the seafloor to the surface, these underwater giants can grow up to two feet per day, forming...

Act Fast: NCUPS SEA Underwater Photo Contest En...

The NCUPS SEA Underwater Photo Competition is a well-established and highly anticipated event in the world of underwater photography. Organized by the Northern California Underwater Photographic Society (NCUPS), this competition...

A Journey with Humpback Whales in the Heart of ...

Imagine stepping off the jetty of your hotel and onto a small boat with just a handful of fellow adventurers. Within ten minutes, you're floating in the warm, crystal-clear waters...

First Time with a Strobe? Here’s How to Use It ...

Macro photography has always been my first love for shooting underwater. Taking the time to find the right subject forces me to slow down, enjoy the dive more deeply, explore...

Close Call: Mako Shark Bites Snorkeler off Sout...

On June 13, 2015, a snorkeler was bitten by a mako shark during a baited shark dive approximately eight miles off the coast of Southern California. These open-water shark trips...

Macro Marvels Beneath the Sea of Cortez

The Sea of Cortez, also known as the Gulf of California, is renowned for its large marine animals, but it also harbors an incredible diversity of smaller life forms ideal...

Snap Better Dive Buddy Moments in Three Simple ...

Underwater photography has long been about capturing the stunning beauty of the marine world—vibrant fish, curious creatures, intricate coral, and dramatic seascapes. But after a while, even the most vivid...

Optimal Underwater Settings for the Olympus OM-...

The Olympus OM-D E-M5 has earned a reputation as one of the most widely used mirrorless cameras in the world of underwater photography. With its compact size, excellent image quality,...

2011’s Best Ocean Art Photography Revealed

Underwater photography contests have long served as platforms for celebrating the beauty, mystery, and diversity of marine life. The 2011 Ocean Art Photo Contest was one of the most prominent...