Judges
Ocean Art Contest Judges
Read the Judges' comments & suggestions from past Ocean Art contests:
Judges' Feedback - Ocean Art 2023
Judges' Feedback - Ocean Art 2022
Judges' Feedback - Ocean Art 2021
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Judges' Feedback - Ocean Art 2019
Judges' Feedback - Ocean Art 2018
Judges' Feedback - Ocean Art 2015
Judges' Feedback - Ocean Art 2014
Tony Wu
Tony is a underwater photographer seemingly always on the go. He is author of author of a coffee table book entitled Silent Symphony, which received the grand prize for best book of the year at Antibes in 2001. He also won the prestigious Veolia environment wildife photographer of the year award.
Marty Snyderman
Marty is a still photographer, film producer, author and speaker specializing in the marine environment. He has won many prestigious awards (including an Emmy) and has been featured in many top publications worldwide.
Scott Gietler
Scott is the owner of Bluewater Photo, Bluewater Travel and the Underwater Photography Guide. He enjoys helping others learn underwater photography online, in the store and during international photo trips he attends with customers.
Mark Strickland
Mark is a professional underwater photographer and underwater photo specialist at Bluewater Photo. He is co-author and principle photographer for Lonely Planet’s award-winning book, “Diving and Snorkeling Thailand”, and his work appears in many magazines, books and displays around the world. Currently, Mark leads several dive trips each year to his favorite destinations, while working on a career-spanning large-format pictorial book.
Ipah Uid Lynn
Ipah Uid Lynn, a Malaysian-based Professional Association of Padi Diving Instructor and a Canon Ambassador, is a globally celebrated and multi-international award-winning creative photographer renowned for her unique ability to fuse art with life through her lens. A mother of six, Ipah seamlessly balances her roles as an artist and a parent, infusing her work with the depth and beauty of her personal experiences. Her love for the underwater world goes beyond her lens. As a passionate advocate for marine life conservation, Ipah uses her photography to raise awareness about the fragile ecosystems beneath the waves. Her work is a powerful testament to the delicate balance between humanity and nature, capturing the awe-inspiring beauty of the ocean while also underscoring the urgent need to protect it. Ipah's inspiring journey is a harmonious blend of motherhood, artistic excellence, and dedicated environmental activism, making her a powerful voice in the global conversation about conservation and the arts.
