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Underwater Macro Photography Basics

Up close and all wet

ArticleUnderwater Photography Techniques and How-Tos - by Michele Westmorland and Matt Weiss, 18 days ago

Macro photography in a marine environment can be one of the most rewarding photographic activities.  Don’t you just love an up-close and personal shot of small and strange creatures found in the ocean? 

 

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TAGS: nikon,  canon,  DSLR,  macro,  macro photography,  Lens advice,  underwater,  underwater housing 

How To Avoid the Underwater Blues

Control Color Temperature and White Balance

ArticleUnderwater Photography Techniques and How-Tos - by Michele Westmorland and Matt Weiss, December 19, 2011

How many of you remember your physics class?  I certainly don’t.  Color temperature and white balance can be a bit of a challenge—especially when shooting underwater—so let’s take a look at exactly what they are.

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TAGS: color,  color management,  white balance,  color temperature,  underwater 

The Best Rugged Compact Cameras Right Now!

Waterproof, Dust-Proof, and more! UPDATED FOR HOLIDAYS 2011

ArticleCompact Digital Cameras Gear Guides & Reviews - by Mason Resnick, November 15, 2011

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Are you the adventurous type? Like to be one with the mud? Want to get great underwater snorkle shots? Don't mind getting wet, gritty, dusty,  and dirty? These cameras are designed for you.

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TAGS: digital camera,  summer,  weather,  weather-resistant,  compact digital camera,  underwater,  waterproof,  rugged,  dustproof 

Underwater Strobe Lighting: One or Two?

Shine the right kind of light on your submerged subjects

ArticleUnderwater Photography Techniques and How-Tos - by Michele Westmorland and Matt Weiss, November 1, 2011

Now is the time to add another piece of equipment...or two!  Underwater flash systems are a critical part of photographing marine life and get the contrast and color back into the equation.

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TAGS: strobe,  Canon EOS 5D Mark II,  underwater,  Ikelite,  underwater housing 

Selecting Your First Underwater Camera

When buying a camera, think about the available housings.

ArticleUnderwater Photography Techniques and How-Tos - by Michele Westmorland and Matt Weiss, September 27, 2011

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So, you have decided you want try your hand at underwater photography. That's great! Now you need to choose the right camera.

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TAGS: compact digital camera,  Canon EOS 5D Mark II,  underwater,  underwater housing,  AquaTech,  Sea and Sea,  Fantasea 

Underwater Light: Get Rid Of The Blues!

A (color) balanced guide to good lighting in the big blue sea

ArticleUnderwater Photography Techniques and How-Tos - by Michele Westmorland and Matt Weiss, September 14, 2011

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Underwater photography can be some of the most challenging—and some of the most rewarding.  Nature photography on land is difficult enough, given the fact that you have to consider accurate focus, a myriad of light situations, creatures in constant motion, and finding the most natural and pleasing color balance. 

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The Top 10 Fundamentals of Underwater Photography

Golden rules for shooting under the sea

ArticleUnderwater Photography Techniques and How-Tos - by Michele Westmorland and Matt Weiss, August 16, 2011

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Underwater photography is fun. But as entertaining and addicting as it is, it is equally as frustrating when first starting out.

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Travel and Underwater Photographer, Michele Westmorland—AdoramaTV

How'd They Do That?

ArticleAdorama TV Techniques and How-Tos - by Mark Wallace, August 16, 2011

Adorama Photography TV presents "How'd They Do That?" featuring travel and underwater photographer, Michele Westmorland.

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TAGS: underwater,  Michele Westmorland 

Introduction to Underwater Photography—Skills & Etiquette

Before you immerse yourself, soak in these essential tips

ArticleUnderwater Photography Techniques and How-Tos - by Michele Westmorland and Matt Weiss, August 8, 2011

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If you're interested in the wonders of the underwater world, and taking home images of the amazing reefs and the creatures that inhabit them, follow this advice before you dive in.

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TAGS: underwater,  Ikelite 

Adventure and Lifestyle Photographer, Tom Bear—AdoramaTV

How'd They Do That?

ArticleAdorama TV Techniques and How-Tos - by Mark Wallace, August 3, 2011

Adorama Photography TV presents "How'd They Do That?" featuring outdoor adventure and lifestyle photographer, Tom Bear.

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TAGS: people,  outdoor lighting,  outdoor photography,  action photography,  underwater,  adventure 

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