Featured Customers | Tobi Rose Rabaliati Strength and Softness

Tobi Rose Rabaliati is an underwater photographer whose work centers on presence, trust, and the quiet relationship between people and water. Drawn to natural springs, pools, and open water environments, she creates images that feel unhurried and grounded—allowing subjects the space to soften, breathe, and move at their own pace.

Underwater portraits are about timing, not posing. © Tobi Rose Rabaliati

Her path into underwater photography grew from a lifelong respect for water and a deep curiosity about how it changes the way people inhabit their bodies. What began as personal exploration evolved into a practice rooted in safety, patience, and emotional awareness. Tobi Rose works slowly and intentionally, prioritizing calm communication and consent above all else, especially when photographing women in vulnerable or unfamiliar environments.

Strong body awareness makes the difference here. © Tobi Rose Rabaliati

Rather than directing heavily, she allows the water to guide each session. Subtle gestures, drifting fabric, suspended breath, and natural light all play a role in shaping her images. The result is work that feels intimate without being performative—strong, quiet, and deeply human.

Hair, fabric, and water all moving at once. © Tobi Rose Rabaliati

One breath. One frame. Nailed it! © Tobi Rose Rabaliati

In addition to creating fine art underwater portraits, Tobi Rose is committed to demystifying the underwater process for her clients. She believes underwater photography is not about holding one’s breath, but about learning that it is safe to exhale.

Powerful, controlled, and intentional. © Tobi Rose Rabaliati

When she isn’t in the water, Tobi Rose continues refining her craft through ongoing mentorship, technical exploration, and intentional practice. Her work reflects a deep respect for both the environments she photographs and the people who trust her there.

I always shoot wide first. Movement creates the image. © Tobi Rose Rabaliati

This is why I love underwater photography. One clean breath makes all the difference. This photo was taken at Gilchrist Springs in Florida, one of my favorite places to do underwater photography! © Tobi Rose Rabaliati

I kept this one wide on purpose, the tail shadow makes the shot. © Tobi Rose Rabaliati

Mermaid sessions are physically demanding — and worth it. © Tobi Rose Rabaliati

Tobi Rose's Gear

Canon EOS R6 II inside the Ikelite 200DL Underwater Housing

Canon RF 16mm f/2.8 Lens

Canon RF 15-35mm f/4.5-6.3 Lens

DL 8 Inch Dome Port 

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Tobi Rose Rabaliati is an underwater and boudoir  portrait photographer. She's a photographer who emphasizes the importance of going with the flow and prioritizing presence and calm, especially when shooting underwater. For her underwater portraits, Tobi Rose shoots with the Canon R6 II primarily in freshwater springs and pools. You can see more of Tobi Rose's work and follow her photography journey on Instagram @roseandlacebytobirose.