Ricoh Imaging Americas Corporation recently announced the two new additions to its lineup of waterproof, digital compact cameras: the entry-level Pentax WG-1000 and top-of-the-line Pentax WG-8. The new all-weather adventure cameras both feature a rugged chassis, plus the waterproof, dustproof and shock-resistant features the WG series is known for. The
I love the Boy Scout motto of “Be Prepared.” As a photographer, that often means carrying extra batteries, a spare camera and an extra memory card. But also, that includes knowing the location, and what conditions you’ll be working under. Practice ahead of time so you are prepared When we
Underwater photography with the iPhone? It doesn’t seem that long ago that we tried to revive wet smartphones by sticking them in a bag of rice and hoping for the best. Now, most modern smartphones are “water-resistant.” If water gets into them, they won’t be destroyed, like in years past.
Underwater portraiture is a beautiful medium with many factors to consider that can’t be addressed within a single post. So, we’ll start off here by focusing on one aspect: directing the light. Just like above water, the direction and quality of the light dramatically change the look of the portrait.
Underwater photography, especially in the ocean, is one of the most challenging but also rewarding genres to get into. Behind the stunning photos out there are unforgettable scenes and stories that forever changed the lives of many photographers. Among them is Thomas Peschak, a marine biologist turned conservation photographer and National
Shane Keena has been in the field of fine arts for over twenty-five years. He was profoundly influenced by a childhood spent exploring the shallow tide pools of the Pacific Ocean off the coast of California, USA. For the last 10 years, Shane has focused on wildlife photography with an
Join Rich Harrington for a look at how quickly you can solve challenging color balance for diving photos. You’ll also enhance detail and tone for the best image. Luminar works as both an application and a plugin. Learn more at skylum.com.
Today we chat with award-winning underwater photographer Christian Vizl. We discuss the role of conversation in his underwater work, and how having a higher purpose can drive your photography business forward.
I recently noticed my camera had a lot of dirt on it, so I took it to the nearest creek and threw it in for a good scrubbing. OK, maybe not, what actually happened was every photographer’s nightmare. Setting up on the side of a creek to photograph a series
I use Sony a6000 as my primary underwater camera. It is 24.3MP so I can easily compose in editing. The kit lens is sharp and shoots wide. The Sony shoots in RAW, necessary for white balance and editing after the fact. It has very fast autofocus which can keep up
One of my favorite ways to make a break from the normal daily routine is to grab the kids and a GoPro Hero and head for the hills in search of water. Fortunately, here in the Blue Ridge mountains of SW Virginia this is but a matter of choosing a
One of my favorite ways to spend a sunny afternoon is to grab the kids, the GoPro & monopod and head for water. If you’ve owned a GoPro Hero camera and have experimented with underwater shooting in creeks and streams, you’re probably well-accustomed to the flat and somewhat colorless results
