To capture stunning images for aesthetic purposes

To minimize the impact on marine life and ecosystems

To promote underwater tourism and recreational activities

To document and study marine biodiversity

Using bright lights and flash photography

Approaching marine life closely for close-up shots

Using natural light and avoiding artificial lighting

Touching or handling marine life for better composition

As close as possible for better image quality

At least 10 meters to avoid disturbing marine life

At least 5 meters to ensure minimal impact

At least 2 meters to prevent any potential harm

Chasing and harassing marine life for better shots

Using bait or food to attract marine life for photo opportunities

Respecting the natural behavior and habitat of marine life

Touching or holding marine life for better composition

To add weight and stability to the photographer

To maintain neutral buoyancy and minimize disturbance to marine life

To provide additional air supply for longer dives

To protect the camera equipment from water damage

The Underwater Photography Society (UPS)

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)

The World Wildlife Fund (WWF)

The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)

It ensures better image quality and composition

It prevents the spread of diseases among marine life

It minimizes the risk of injury to the photographer

It allows marine life to behave naturally without disturbance

The presence of colorful marine life for aesthetic shots

The depth and clarity of the water for better visibility

The availability of artificial reefs or underwater structures

The presence of endangered or sensitive marine species

Rinsing the equipment with fresh water and leaving it to dry

Soaking the equipment in a chemical solution to remove salt and debris

Using a soft cloth to wipe the equipment and storing it in a dry place

Disassembling the equipment and cleaning each component separately

Chasing and following marine life for better shots

Using flash photography to capture close-up images

Approaching marine life slowly and calmly to avoid startling them

Touching or holding marine life for better composition

It ensures better image quality and composition

It minimizes the risk of injury to the photographer

It allows photographers to move through the water without disturbing marine life

It helps photographers maintain a constant depth during the dive

Using artificial reefs and underwater structures as backgrounds for photos

Touching and handling marine life for better composition

Using natural light instead of artificial lighting to avoid disturbing marine life

Chasing and following marine life for better shots

It promotes underwater tourism and recreational activities

It documents and raises awareness about marine biodiversity

It provides financial support for marine conservation organizations

It helps identify and track endangered marine species

The National Geographic Society

The World Wildlife Fund (WWF)

The Underwater Photography Society (UPS)

The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)

To provide recreational opportunities for underwater photographers

To protect and preserve marine ecosystems and biodiversity

To generate revenue through underwater photography tourism

To promote underwater photography competitions and exhibitions