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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Remnants of War: SS Thistlegorm
SS Thistlegorm was a British cargo steamship built in 1940. It was sunk by German aircraft bombers in the Red Sea in 1941. The ship rests underwater in the Ras Muhammad National Park at the southern extreme of the Sinai Peninsula. It overlooks the Gulf of Suez on the west and Gulf of Aqaba to…
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Wildlife Wednesday : Frogfish
Frogfish are notable for their oddly-shaped bodies and the ability to change color to blend into its environment. They are solitary creatures and they do no interact unless they are mating. Frogfish are carnivores and will consume other fish, crustaceans, and even other frogfish. There are over 47 different species of frogfish. Most of these…
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Coral Reef – Egypt
Short clip from a dive off the coast of Hurghada, Egypt. Coral reefs in the Red Sea are quite healthy and thriving with marine life. Images from Egypt #wildlife #wednesday #ecotourism #coral #reef
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Wildlife Wednesday : Napoleonfish
This is a short clip of a Napoleonfish (Cheilinus undulatus) spotted along a reef in Laamu Atoll, Maldives. The fish is also know as the Humphead Wrasse, Humphead Maori Wrasse, Giant Maori Wrasse, Napoleon Wrasse, and Napoleon fish. Naming reference depends on the region. The wrasse can be spotted along coral reefs in the Indo-Pacific…
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Wordless Wednesday : Scuba Diver
Move arrows in the middle to compare black & white and color photo. More images and videos to follow from the Maldives expedition.
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Scuba Diving between Cozumel and Playa de Carmen
When planning a trip to the Yucatan, the decision of scuba diving Cozumel vs Playa del Carmen is the first hurdle. Each destination offers a completely different underwater profile. Cozumel is the undisputed king of drift diving and vibrant coral walls, while Playa del Carmen serves as the gateway to the hauntingly beautiful Cenotes and…
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Wordless Wednesday : Sea Anemone
This images was captured in the Philippines.
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Wildlife Wednesday : Flamingo Tongue
This is an image of a Flamingo Tongue feeding on soft coral in the Bahamas. Flamingo Tongues (Cyphoma gibbosum) are commonly found on many of the coral reefs in the Caribbean and the tropical western Atlantic. They grow to about 1 inch. I used a Sealife DC2000 compact camera – here’s a link to my…
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Wordless Wednesday : Underwater Cavern
Scuba divers finishing their fresh water cavern dives in the jungles of Mexico.
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Final Dives of 2020
What a weird and challenging year 2020 was for everyone. To wrap it up on a high note, I headed to the Yucatan Peninsula for a change of pace—trading the ocean currents for the still, cathedral-like atmosphere of the Mexican cenotes. I spent my final dives of the year exploring The Pit and Dos Ojos…