black and white photography

Explore black‑and‑white underwater galleries featuring moody, timeless photography that highlights the beauty of the sea.

In the Shadow of a Wreck: Great Barracuda of North Carolina

The great barracuda (Sphyraena barracuda) is the largest of its kind in the Atlantic. While several smaller species exist, this is the only large predator divers are likely to encounter off North Carolina’s shipwrecks. Streamlined and built for speed, it is capable of bursts up to 36 mph (58 km/h). Reefs and wrecks provide perfect…
End of A Dive – MV Shakem

The images depict the final moments of an underwater exploration of the MV Shakem, a sunken cargo vessel between Grenada and Trinidad. The ship’s tragic demise, possibly due to overloading, adds to its mystique. A Dive Master ensures safety as divers explore the wreck, capturing memorable photographs along the way.
999 Scuba Dives

My 999th scuba dive in Grenada. I figure black and white image would be fitting!
Ancient Mariners: Sea turtles

Ancient sea mariners have long captivated the imagination with their remarkable journeys across vast oceans. Among these intrepid voyagers, sea turtles are one of the most fascinating and enduring species. For centuries, these ancient reptiles have been navigating the world’s oceans, their wanderings spanning vast distances and captivating the hearts of many. Sea turtles possess…
Divers On A Rope

Scuba divers on a safety stop in Beqa Lagoon, Fiji. A safety stop is a 3 to 5 minute stop made between 15 and 20 feet (5-6 meters) during the final ascent of a dive. Safety stops are considered mandatory by the majority of scuba training organization for dives deeper than 100 feet or those approaching…
Underwater Sculptures

Inspired by Mitch Teemley‘s 50 Unique Sculptures post, here are images from a few underwater sculpture parks I’ve dived. The sculptures in Grenada and Mexico were designed by Jason deCaires Taylor and the sculpture in Grand Cayman was designed by Simon Morris. Grenada is an island located in the southern Caribbean. The images captured below…
Socorro Island Sharks

Wide variety of sharks around the Socorro Islands in Mexico
So Close But So Far Away – Spotted Eagle Ray

A delightful Spotted Eagle Ray swimming along the coast of Viti Levu. Viti Levu is the largest island in the Republic of Fiji. More images from Fiji can be found here.
Wordless Wednesday : Sunburst

This photograph was captured along the coast of Fuvahmulah. More images taken in the Maldives can be found here.
Wordless Wednesday : Mystic Cavern

Underwater Cavern, Fji