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June 10, 2025 by HAL
The Underwater Awards Australasia 2025 is now accepting entries. This competition highlights underwater photography and videography in Australasia. It offers over A$70,000 in prizes, including dive trips and gear. Entries are open for nine categories, with a special “Reels Showcase” for videos. Winners will be announced on UnderwaterCompetition.com and supported globally.
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June 8, 2025 by HAL
The winners of the UN World Oceans Day photo contest were announced. Four first-place winners were chosen from thousands of submissions. Categories included underwater faces and seascapes. Rachel Moore won for her photo of a humpback whale’s eye before its death. This highlights the need to protect ocean wildlife. The competition aims to showcase ocean […]
June 5, 2025 by HAL
The UN is inviting entries for the World Oceans Day Photo Contest. Categories include ocean life, underwater scenes, and marine animals. Submissions are due by April 23. Winners will be announced on June 8 during celebrations. This is a chance to showcase the beauty of oceans.
May 31, 2025 by HAL
The Underwater Awards Australasia 2025 is now open for entries. This competition highlights underwater photography from the Australasia region. There are nine categories, including videos and a special prize for “Best of Show.” This year’s prize pool is A$70,000, offering great diving gear and trips. Entries close on July 20th, 2025, with a judging panel […]
May 8, 2025 by HAL
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming underwater photography, helping photographers deal with challenges like backscatter and poor lighting. Tools like AI-driven software can fix images, remove unwanted elements, and even create new visual effects. However, there’s a debate about the ethics of using AI, as it can lead to misinformation and hurt professional photographers by replacing […]
April 21, 2025 by HAL
The winners of DIVE’s Big Shot Portraits underwater photography competition were announced, showcasing stunning images that capture marine life. Ralph Paprzkycki took first place with his striking photo of a blenny. Marcia Riederer’s close-up of a dwarf minke whale won second place, while Rowan Dear’s shot of a leafy sea dragon came in third. These […]
April 3, 2025 by HAL
The Shark Trust is hosting a photography competition to showcase the beauty of sharks and rays. It opens on April 3, 2025, and closes on May 15, 2025. Participants can submit up to four images, emphasizing impactful photos that align with the Shark Trust’s mission. Finalist images will be displayed at Ocean Studios in Plymouth […]
The Shark Trust is holding a photography competition for ocean lovers. Interested individuals can enter by filling out the provided entry form. This competition encourages participants to capture the beauty of sharks and marine life, promoting awareness and conservation. It’s a great opportunity for divers and photographers to showcase their skills while supporting shark conservation […]
To enter the Shark Trust Photography Competition, participants must follow specific terms and conditions. AI-generated images are not allowed, but minor edits like cropping and color adjustments can be made. Photographers keep their copyrights, but the Shark Trust can use submitted photos to promote their work. Images must be submitted digitally, must adhere to size […]
Álvaro Herrero, a passionate underwater photographer, emphasizes the beauty of nature and its importance for human well-being. He uses diving as a way to connect with the ocean and document its wonders, especially highlighting the need for conservation. His photography focuses on the delicate balance between capturing wildlife and respecting their natural behaviors. With over […]
The Shark Trust has launched a photography competition to celebrate the beauty of sharks, rays, and related marine life. Photographers can submit up to four images until May 15, 2025, without having to choose a specific category. There are several award opportunities, including Best Eggcase and Young Shark Photographer. Prizes include a shark diving trip […]
March 5, 2025 by HAL
The Nature Photography Contest recently announced its 2024 winners. James Ferrara won the Underwater category with a stunning photograph of a sperm whale swimming through sargassum weed. Christopher Paetkau took the overall winner title for his photo of a polar bear amongst colorful fireweed. Other underwater finalists included remarkable works from photographers like Simon Biddie […]
January 3, 2025 by HAL
The Winter 24/25 issue of DIVE Magazine offers exciting insights for divers. It features interviews with ocean conservationist Cristina Mittermeier and showcases amazing dive resorts like Atlantis Dumaguete in the Philippines, which focuses on local education. There’s a spotlight on sustainable lobster fisheries in Cornwall and highlights from a photography competition. It encourages readers to […]
December 23, 2024 by HAL
The DPG Masters Underwater Imaging Competition 2024 is closing soon, with only one week left to enter. Submissions must be completed by 11:59 PM PST on December 31, 2024. Participants have a chance to win over $80,000 in prizes, including the title of “DPG Grand Master 2024” for the overall winner. This is a great […]
December 17, 2024 by HAL
Curaçao is an excellent destination for macro diving, which focuses on observing small marine life rather than larger species. This diving style allows you to discover striking creatures like nudibranchs, juvenile fish, shrimp, and unique crabs hidden among the coral reefs. The clear waters and diverse ecosystem make it perfect for macro photography, capturing detailed […]
December 14, 2024 by HAL
The Nature Photographer of the Year 2024 results were announced, highlighting outstanding underwater images. The winner in the Underwater category is Andrey Shpatak for his striking photo of a giant Pacific octopus. The runner-up is Luca Luigi Mario Ghezzi with a delightful image of two catfish. Franco Banfi received high commendation for his portrait of […]
December 1, 2024 by HAL
The “Chasing Clouds Challenge” invites people to share photos of clouds from various perspectives, including land, sea, or air. Although focused on clouds, the challenge provides a fun break for divers between scuba trips. Participants are encouraged to tag their posts to share their images. This initiative fosters a sense of community and appreciation for […]
November 27, 2024 by HAL
Freediving photography is an exciting way to explore and protect marine life. Freedivers use their cameras to capture stunning images of the ocean, highlighting both its beauty and its struggles, such as pollution and overfishing. These images spread across social media, inspiring awareness and action for marine conservation. However, it’s important for photographers to follow […]
November 1, 2024 by HAL
The Chasing Clouds Challenge focuses on sharing photos of clouds from different perspectives. Participants can include images taken from land, sea, or air. The creator plans to post a monthly collection of cloud images. This post offers a fun way for people to engage in photography between their scuba dives.
October 25, 2024 by HAL
The DIVE’s Big Shot Bright and Beautiful photography competition showcased stunning underwater images celebrating the ocean’s vibrant colors. The winner, Michael Gallagher, captured a beautiful parrotfish with a shrimp, winning a trip around the British Virgin Islands. Several photographers received honorable mentions for their impressive shots of marine life, such as a boxer crab and […]
October 23, 2024 by HAL
The Nauticam Super Macro Converter 3 (SMC-3) is a new underwater photography accessory designed for macro photography enthusiasts. It is lightweight, only one-third the weight of its predecessor, making it portable while still providing excellent optical performance. The SMC-3 allows for a maximum magnification of 2.4X and has a greater working distance for easier use […]
October 22, 2024 by HAL
The Aquatech Edge Pro is a new underwater housing for the Canon EOS R5 Mark II camera. It offers strong protection with safety locking clips and a depth rating of 10 meters (33 feet), making it suitable for underwater photography. The ergonomic design allows for easy maneuverability, and it has tactile push-button controls for easy […]
October 17, 2024 by HAL
Nauticam has introduced the SMC-3 Super Macro Converter, which greatly improves underwater photography. It offers a magnification of 2.3 times for capturing tiny underwater creatures in fine detail. This new model is lighter, thinner, and provides an increased working distance, making it easier to use without disturbing subjects. Its advanced optical construction ensures sharp, high-contrast […]
October 9, 2024 by HAL
The article highlights an award-winning underwater photograph titled “Mother’s Love,” taken by Brett Lobwein while swimming with humpback whales in Tonga. The image captures a playful calf inspecting the camera, showcasing a special moment between a mother and her baby whale. Lobwein shares his approach to underwater photography, emphasizing the importance of considering light direction […]
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