underwater photography
Underwater photography from dive destinations around the world. This collection showcases captivating images captured beneath the surface in locations ranging from the Caribbean waters of St. Vincent to the rich marine ecosystems of Mozambique and beyond.
Whether you’re a fellow underwater photographer seeking inspiration, a diver planning your next adventure, or simply fascinated by life below the waves, you’ll find a diverse visual journey through our ocean experiences. Featured imagery includes vibrant marine life encounters—from colorful reef fish and majestic pelagics to intricate macro subjects—as well as haunting shipwreck explorations, behind-the-scenes moments with dive masters and crews, and glimpses of the dive resorts and liveaboards that make these adventures possible.
Each post offers a window into different underwater environments and diving experiences, combining the artistry of underwater photography with the thrill of scuba exploration. These images represent real dive trips, real moments, and the incredible diversity of what lies beneath the surface when you venture into the underwater world.
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Wildlife Wednesday : Giant Electric Ray
This was the first animal I shot when I arrive at the Revillagigedo Archipelago in Mexico. Initially, I thought it was a Torpedo Ray but the roundness of its mouth and dorsal fins didn’t match. I had to reach out to the internet to correctly identify the creature as a Giant Electric Ray. The Giant…
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A Pleasant Surprise: Contest Winner
This morning I woke up to an email from Scubaverse that stated my video submission for the month of July is a winner! Scubaverse is the world’s best online dive companion. The site covers everything from dive operations to gear review. Here’s a link to July view contest page which showcases my video and the…
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Wordless Wednesday : Shipwreck
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Manta Monday : Revillagigedo Archipelago
Scuba divers from all around the world visit Mexico to observe giant Manta Rays and other creatures in this unique ecosystem. “Manta” is Spanish for “cloak” which refers to their large blanket-shaped bodies. Giant manta rays are the largest rays in the world with wingspans up to 29 feet wide and weights up to 5,300…
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Wildlife Wednesday : Shark Diving
About 7 years ago, a local dive shop organized a July dive trip to the Bahamas. The pinnacle dive is a shark feed with Caribbean Reef Sharks. This was a very special dive because it was the first time I decided to shoot underwater video. Prior to this dive, I was focused only on underwater…
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Wordless Wednesday : Statue & Diver
Underwater statue installation in Mexico.
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A Lobster vs. A Pile of Sharks
Here’s a nice entry for Wildlife Wednesday. A brave Lobster skillfully navigates a pile of Whitetip Reef Sharks on a ledge of a reef. This occured on our first day of diving the Revillagigedo Archipelago (Socorro Islands). Most scuba divers make the journey to the group of islands to see large animals like Sharks &…
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Turtle Tuesday: King of Komodo
Great Moments with Turtles More Sea Turtles
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Wordless Wednesday : Tanks & Cameras
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Black and White Underwater – Maldives
The underwater world boasts vibrant colors, but sometimes black and white photography can effectively capture its beauty. As a member of the Big Apple Divers, I shared a presentation on this topic during our video conference meetings, highlighting techniques and the artistry of underwater photography. Enjoy the accompanying video.