Underwater Photography Articles & Tutorials

At UWPG we constantly publish new articles on all aspects of underwater photography and video. We cover macro, wide-angle, dive destinations, gear reviews, tutorials and techniques, post-processing, marine life, photo essays, dive adventures, dive travel tips and other useful info for underwater photography.

Rolling in the Deep: Komodo Wide-Angle
By Dustin Adamson, August 25, 2014
Video & Behind the Scenes Commentary for Rolling in the Deep - Wide-Angle
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Rolling in the Deep: Komodo Macro
By Dustin Adamson, August 25, 2014
Video & Behind the Scenes Commentary for Rolling in the Deep - Macro
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3 Quick Tips for Dive Buddy Photos
By Brent Durand, August 18, 2014
Diver in Scene Photo Essay written on Location in Tulamben, Bali
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Diving with Devils - Ultimate Guide to Manta Rays
By Jeff Milisen, August 14, 2014
Your Guide to Finding, Photographing and the Biology of Mantas
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Don't Melt Your Lens - Literally
By UWPG, August 11, 2014
From the Field: Photos of a Melted Lens & How to Avoid Frying Yours
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Story Behind the Shot: "Shout"
By Allen Walker, August 6, 2014
How do you Capture a Dynamic & Exciting Shark Photo?
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Secret Macro Subjects of the Sea of Cortez
By Mike Bartick, August 4, 2014
Known for Big Animal Action, the Sea of Cortez is home to a Wealth of Macro Photography Subjects
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Wall of Sharks, Thousands of Groupers & More in
By Scott Gietler, July 28, 2014
A Photo Essay from Bluewater Photo's Fakarava & Rangiroa Workshop
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Lightroom for the Rest of Us
By Scott Gietler, July 24, 2014
Scott's Easy Steps for Getting Photos Edited and Out There
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Hawaii Underwater
By Jeff Milisen, July 24, 2014
5 Dive Sites you Must Visit in Hawaii
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The Spider Crabs of Rye Pier
By Matt Krumins, July 15, 2014
Mysterious Aggregation of Huge Crabs and Unique Photo Opportunities
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Tips to Capture Amazing Freshwater Images
By Eiko Jones, July 10, 2014
Expand Your Portfolio with these Tips for Shooting in Rivers, Lakes & Streams
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Take Your Photography to the Next Level
By Brent Durand, July 7, 2014
3 Essential Camera Settings for Shooting Underwater
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Advance your Skills with Underwater Photography
By Ron Watkins, June 30, 2014
Tips to Get the Most out of your Next Underwater Photography Workshop
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Caribbean Creature Feature: The Secretary Blenny
By Jonathan Lavan, June 25, 2014
Get the Big Picture by Slowing Down and Seeing the Small Stuff
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2014 Ocean Art Photo Competition
By Scott Gietler, June 23, 2014
Announcing the 2014 Ocean Art Photo Competition, brought to you by the Underwater Photography Guide.
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Malpelo in Photos - Sharks & Big Fish Galore
By Carolyn Wang, June 23, 2014
One of the Coolest Dive Destinations You Never Hear About
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Mating Blue-Ringed Octopus: Story Behind the Shot
By Brent Durand, June 19, 2014
Capturing a Fleeting Cephalopod Encounter
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10 Epic Shark Dive Destinations
By Brent Durand (text), Various (photos), June 15, 2014
Get Your Blood Pumping with these Incredible Shark Dives
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Bryde's Whale: Story Behind the Shot
By Francis Pérez, June 2, 2014
Incredible Photo Series of Bryde's Whale Engulfing a Bait Ball in the Canary Islands
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Dive Ancient Ruins of Lion City in Qiandao Lake
By Carolyn Wang, May 27, 2014
Explore 1,400 year-old ruins, submerged for over 50 years in Eastern China
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Anilao in Photos - A Must-Visit Destination
By Scott Gietler & Brent Durand, May 21, 2014
Critters, Rare Sightings and Great Photos from the 4th Annual Bluewater Photo Workshop
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Interview with Rene Umberger - Scuba Diver who was
By Scott Gietler, May 20, 2014
Rene explains why she may have been attacked underwater by another diver
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Experimenting with Color Strobe Gels
By Brent Durand, May 19, 2014
New Technique: Create Vibrant Color with Strobe Gels
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Pelagic Fish Photography
By Craig Dietrich, May 10, 2014
Tips to Capture Incredible Schooling Fish Photos
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A Photographer's Guide to Muck Diving
By Mike Bartick, April 21, 2014
The Essentials of Muck Dive Photography
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Shooting with a Single Strobe
By Brent Durand, April 15, 2014
Tips for Strobe Positioning, Power Settings and General Shooting
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Shooting Underwater Panoramas
By Rico Besserdich, April 9, 2014
Advanced Technique: Capture Wide Underwater Vistas
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Tips for Dive Model Photography
By Christina & Eusebio Saenz de Santamaria, March 31, 2014
Photographing an Underwater Dive Model Made Easy
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5 Reasons to go Mirrorless
By Matt Krumins, March 26, 2014
Is a Mirrorless Camera Right for You?
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Tips for Artistic Macro Shooting
By Rico Besserdich, March 10, 2014
Thinking Outside the Box to Capture Stunning Macro Detail
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Diving into History: The Flooded Farms
By Christian Skauge, March 4, 2014
Exploring a Flooded Valley, Farmhouse Ruins and an Underwater Forest in Norway
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Tips to Capture Vibrant Manta Ray Photos
By Craig Dietrich, February 27, 2014
Underwater Photo Techniques for Giant Pacific Manta Rays
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Diving Cozumel: A Photo Essay
By Brent Durand, February 20, 2014
Exploring Fabled Reefs & Visiting Resorts on Assignment for Bluewater Travel
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Top 5 Shooting Tips for Underwater Snoots
By Matt Krumins, February 13, 2014
Creating Artistic Photos with Narrow Beams of Light
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Shooting Fast Action Underwater
By Todd Winner, January 29, 2014
Tips for Capturing the Moment of Peak Action
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How to Choose a Memory Card
By Brent Durand, January 27, 2014
Understanding Performance vs. Cost and What it Means to You
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Shallow Depth of Field Underwater
By Victor Tang, January 23, 2014
Settings, Shooting Tips, Composition, Focusing & More
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Nudibranch Self Defense in Action
By Cesare Naldi, January 20, 2014
Incredible Behavior Sequence of Fringehead Stung by Nudibranch Cerata
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The Packing Guide for Underwater Photographers
By Brent Durand, January 8, 2014
Strategies for Bringing all the Gear you Need and Avoiding Excess Fees
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