Nudibranch Photo Collection Unveiled at Chapman University

Kevin Lee honored with underwater photos on permanent display

By Michael Zeigler

Kevin Lee, who, among many things, is an Ocean Art Underwater Photo contest winner and UWPG contributor, was recently honored at Chapman University in Orange, CA.  A collection of six of his nudibranch underwater photos from around the world are on permanent display at the Onnolee Elliott Ph. D. Library of Science and Technology.  His work within the Leatherby Libraries enjoys the company of amazing works including a series of seven signed lithographs by artist Norman Rockwell.

The dedication included presentations by Sue Kint (Chapman Board of Governors), Jim Doti (President of Chapman University), Charlene Balwin (Dean of The Leatherby Libraries), and Congressman Ed Royce.

Over one-hundred friends, fans, and supporters were in attendance at the event, and I am proud to say that I was one of them.  Congratulations, Kevin!

Brochure from Kevin Lee's underwater photography dedication. Photo courtesy of Kevin Lee.

Brochure from Kevin Lee's underwater photography dedication. Photo courtesy of Kevin Lee.

Kevin Lee next to his permanent display. Photo courtesy of Kevin Lee.

Kevin Lee, Sue Kint (Chapman Board of Governors), and Jim Doti (President of Chapman University). Photo courtesy of Kevin Lee.

Kevin is presented a certificate of recognition by Congressman Ed Royce. Photo courtesy of Kevin Lee.

More about Kevin Lee

Kevin Lee resides in Fullerton, California and frequently dives SoCal waters. His adventures, in over 40 countries, include multiple treks to Mt. Everest Base Camp and atop Mt. Kilimanjaro, Africa's highest summit. Among his memorable experiences, he fondly recalls a warm hug from Mother Teresa and meeting the Dalai Lama.

After learning to scuba dive, Kevin took up underwater photography to share the wonders of the ocean with others. Recently, he traveled to his 7th continent, going below the Antarctic circle, and scuba dived in 29-degree waters. Kevin's images have been featured in magazines, newspapers, academic literature and numerous dive related publications.  More of his amazing underwater photography can be seen at diverkevin.com.

Further reading

• Improving your macro photography

• Nudibranch underwater photography

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