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A Parallel Universe: My Half-Underwater Pics Show What Hides Beneath The Waves
For me one of the most wondrous parts of any dive is the moment that the water engulfs my mask as my head slips below the surface. I think it’s the suspense of the unknown of what lies beneath, the transitional part of moving from one element to the next that feels so magical and the thought of what alien creatures I might encounter. That is what draws me to taking half over half underwater images. It’s maybe the best way I can communicate to a non-diver what it’s all about, to marry a wet and unfamiliar world with a dry and more familiar one.
I view my half over half underwater images as a landscape photograph. I undertake many location scouts with my snorkel gear on. Whilst doing the scouts I will take reference pictures so I can plan how to make my final image when a suitable location has been found. A final image in my portfolio is often a well-researched and planned affair.
More info: mattysmithphoto.com
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HowardGilmour 10 years ago
These are by far and away some of the best images on the net for underwater and split photography. Incredible art work and variety of shots and styles. Absolutely loved it (if a little jealous).
AnitaRingrose 9 years ago
Thank you, I can't even begin to work out how you have done some of these but they are beautiful to look at.
SheenaUmphreys 9 years ago
Absolutely stunning. I've always wanted to have a diving experience and now I want to so much more than before! I'll admit, though, the crocodile pictures made my palms sweat! Keep up the amazing work.
LisaTremblay 9 years ago
Very nice! But as a woman who's afraid of water, it scares me a little bit D:
HowardGilmour 10 years ago
These are by far and away some of the best images on the net for underwater and split photography. Incredible art work and variety of shots and styles. Absolutely loved it (if a little jealous).
AnitaRingrose 9 years ago
Thank you, I can't even begin to work out how you have done some of these but they are beautiful to look at.
SheenaUmphreys 9 years ago
Absolutely stunning. I've always wanted to have a diving experience and now I want to so much more than before! I'll admit, though, the crocodile pictures made my palms sweat! Keep up the amazing work.
LisaTremblay 9 years ago
Very nice! But as a woman who's afraid of water, it scares me a little bit D:
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