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Underwater photography is one of the most popular diving specialties, and the rise of digital underwater photography has made it easier and more fun than ever.

The PADI Digital Underwater Photographer course gets you going quickly with today modern digital equipment, whether you use a point-and-shoot snap camera or a sophisticated D-SLR like the pros.

Underwater Photographer / Photograph by Andrew Simpson

Underwater Photographer / Photograph by Andrew Simpson

What You Learn

  • How to choose the right underwater camera system for you
  • The PADI SEA method for getting great shots quickly
  • The three primary principles for good underwater photos

The Learning Materials You Need

Avoid the frustration of learning underwater photography through trial and error.

The PADI Digital Underwater Photography crewpak shortens the learning curve with tips and hints from the pros.

Topics covered include :

  • Basic photography tips
  • Strobe diagrams for a variety of effects
  • Tips for eliminating backscatter
  • An explanation of the various digital file formats
  • How to bring back the color in your images

The crewpak includes the PADI Digital Underwater Photographer Manual and submersible white balance slate.
The course materials preview skills you’ll practice with your instructor. Once the course is over, use your manual as a reference guide as you explore new environments and to evolve your skills.

To enroll in this course, contact us!

The Prerequisites for This Course

To enroll, you must

have a PADI Open Water Diver or Junior Open Water Diver certification (or have a qualifying certification from another organization)

Your Underwater Photography Adventure Dive in the PADI Advanced Open Water Diver / Adventure Diver course credits (at your instructor’s discretion) as the first dive in the PADI Underwater Photographer course.

The Fun Part

The fun part about this course is learning to capture images to share with your friends and family. It’s a great way to relive the adventures you’ve had.

Take a look through the gallery below at some recent photographs taken by the students during one of Andrew’s recent Digital Underwater Photography courses at the Poor Knights Marine Reserve.

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