Macro photography

Macro underwater photography focuses on small marine life and fine details that are often overlooked on wide-angle dives. Subjects such as nudibranchs, shrimp, and textures on coral reefs become compelling when photographed up close. This collection features macro encounters from my dives in the Indo-Pacific and Caribbean, showcasing the unique behaviors and patterns of the ocean’s tiniest inhabitants.

  • Wildlife Wednesday: Purple Rhinopias

    Wildlife Wednesday: Purple Rhinopias

    Rhinopias is a genus of marine ray-finned fish belonging to the family Scorpaenidae, the scorpionfishes. They are mostly found in the Indian and Pacific Oceans. The Rhinopias in the photo above was spotted off the coast of Anilao in the Philippines. More underwater images from the Anilao can be found here.

  • Juvenile Black Ribbon Eel – Puerto Galera

    Juvenile Black Ribbon Eel – Puerto Galera

    The Ribbon Eel belongs to the Moray Eel family. Juvenile Ribbon Eels are usually jet black with a yellow dorsal fin. When the eel become an adult, its color will change. Male Ribbon eels develop into a blue color with a yellow dorsal fin and females will develop into a yellow color with black dorsal…

  • Ocean Floor Creatures: Nudibranch

    Ocean Floor Creatures: Nudibranch

    I love shooting tiny creatures like sea slugs. These images were captured off the coast of Anilao in the Philippines.

  • 5 Fascinating Facts about Nudibranchs

    5 Fascinating Facts about Nudibranchs

    What do you know about nudibranchs? If your answer doesn’t include at least 5 fascinating facts, then it’s time to read this article! Nudibranchs are marine gastropod mollusks (sea slugs) that comprise over 3,000 different species. They live all over the world in tropical and subtropical waters. Their beautiful coloration, friendly demeanor, and interesting feeding…

  • A Nudibranch Called Phyllidia Ocellata Cuvier

    A Nudibranch Called Phyllidia Ocellata Cuvier

    The Phyllidia ocellata, or ocellated nudibranch, is a vibrant sea slug found in the Indo-Pacific, notably around Fiji. Measuring 10 to 15 centimeters, its bright colors serve as a warning to predators of its toxicity. It thrives in coral reefs and sandy areas, making it a captivating subject for divers.

  • Macro Monday: Nudibranch – Halgerda Batangas

    Macro Monday: Nudibranch – Halgerda Batangas

    Nudibranchs are one my favorite creatures to shoot underwater. I find their shape, size and color patterns quite unique. There are over 3,000 species of Nudibranchs. The Halgerda batangas is a species of sea slug, a dorid nudibranch, a shell-less marine gastropod mollusk in the family Discodorididae. This image was captured in the Philippines with…