Blue Water

Blue-water photography takes place in water so deep, you never see the bottom. The environment is huge and you drift with the currents. In blue water, cutting-edge photography can occur.

Dive photographer photographs a rare black jelly with long, plush purple tail

Shooter: Flip Nicklin

Flip Nicklin is an accomplished whale and underwater photographer. Read more about the career of Flip Nicklin.

Male humpback whale stares at camera

Beneath Cold Seas

Underwater photography is challenging, but it’s even harder in colder waters. Learn more about what it takes to become a cold-water photographer.

Two orange mosshead warbonnets peak out of a green crevice

Shooter: Howard Hall

Underwater cinematographer Howard Hall had humble beginnings and is now known for his spectacular underwater IMAX movies. Read more about Howard Hall and his career.

Giant jellyfish with thick, purple tentacles

Digital Effects Using High Dynamic Range

High dynamic range (HDR) is a clever digital process that will allow you to generate exceptional detail in still photos by combining the best elements from multiple shots into a single image. Read more about this practice.

Two couple stand on deck at sunset

Convergent Evolution

Imaging technology is rapidly changing, and new cameras can capture both still and motion pictures. How do you handle this convergent technology? Read on.

Very pretty, colorful and healthy reef full of fish and corals

Shooter: Wes Skiles

Wes Skiles was a famous dive photographer who died on a seemingly routine dive. His widow, Terri, discusses her spouse and his career as a photographer.

Cave diver swims through narrow stalactites holing a giant camera

Shooter: Jerry Greenberg

Underwater photographer Jerry Greenberg has spent decades in the industry and has been a leading innovator. Read more about Jerry Greenberg.

Black-and-white photo of a diver swimming among fish

Shooting Great Whites

Great white sharks are immediately recognizable — so when you see one, do you know how to take a breathtaking photo? Glean tips on shooting great white sharks.

Open-mouthed great white shark swims toward camera