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on underwater photography

Becoming an underwater photographer is an exciting journey. Here are some recommendations for aspiring underwater photographers.

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03/04/2024 #howto

Underwater photography combines artistry and scientific exploration, revealing the captivating marine world. From vibrant coral reefs to intricate sea creatures, photographers capture the beauty and complexity of marine life. Different techniques serve artistic expression and scientific study, across the spectrum between art and science.

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01/03/2024 #editorial

Coral reefs form vibrant and diverse habitats that support a myriad of marine life. Home to 25% of all marine life, these reef ecosystems provide crucial shelter, breeding grounds, and feeding areas for a vast array of species.

What are they really? What use do they have? What threats do they face?

Is there anything YOU can do as a citizen and underwater photographer?

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09/06/2024 #didyouknow #coraltriangleday

Underwater photography provides a unique opportunity to document marine ecosystems but requires a strong commitment to environmental responsibility. By recognizing that technical precision and conservation principles do not oppose, photographers can capture impactful images while minimizing their ecological footprint.

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08/06/2024 #howto #discover #worldoceanday

Choosing the right gear for underwater photography can be overwhelming, especially with the vast range of equipment available. Understanding the essentials and making informed choices can simplify the process and help you capture beautiful underwater images without unnecessary gear. 

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07/06/2024 #howto

A series of surprising facts about marine life and pieces of advice that are rarely discussed on dive trips.

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14/06/2024 #didyouknow #discover

Liane is your instructor based in Cebu, Philippines, where you can learn the Bubbles & Lenses way, and with whom you will learn from an experienced commercial photographer. Cebu is special to us because it is at the heart of world-class diving. Read her review of Dauin below, with special photo tips just for you!

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26/07/2024 #howto #discover

A.I. We love it but we also hate it. When it comes to photo editing, how much should we embrace A.I? 

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04/08/2024 #howto #underwaterphotography #editingunderwater

Photo editing is a must in underwater photography. Here we compare how much editing is required to bring these photos to life by testing two approaches: 20s in a free and readily available app, versus a professional photo editing solution

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19/11/2024 #howto #underwaterphotography #editingunderwater

#Discover our destinations

Kata Beach North is a dive site that offers a unique underwater experience with its combination of natural and artificial structures. The site is located at the northern end of Kata Beach in Phuket, Thailand, and is known for its easy diving conditions and shallow waters, which provide comfortable and extended dive times.

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09/05/2024 #discover

In Nha Trang, located in the Central part of Vietnam, there are several islands, including Mun Island, Mot Island, Tam Island, and Tre Island. Usually, after Tết, aka the Lunar New Year, both the water and sky indeed clear up under sunny and beautiful weather, but water temperature remains cool (25º- 28º), so do consider a protection suit.

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17/05/2024 #discover

Miscellaneous

In a stunning revelation that has the scientific community buzzing, a groundbreaking study claims that octopuses are not native to Earth. Yes, you read that right! These eight-armed wonders might just be extraterrestrial visitors who hitched a ride on icy meteorites billions of years ago.

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01/04/2024 🤡 #didyouknow

Here, we answer common questions about the courses.

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18/05/2024 #howto

B&L instructors Cecilia and Van joined the cleanup efforts by the Saigon Divers Club to document this community impact activity, resulting in 101kg of debris, 17 divers and 1 exceptionally rare coral species photographed. 

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24/08/2024 #conservation #citizenscience

Growing awareness among urban people about ocean conservation, by curating and displaying a series of underwater photography prints in HCMC.

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14/09/2024 #discover