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Behind the Shots: Ocean Art 2023 Winners

Behind the Shots: Ocean Art 2023 Winners

We're happy to share some of the winning Ocean Art 2023 photos from Ikelite Ambassadors and customers from around the globe. Congrats to all the winners and to Underwater Photography Guide on anoth...

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A Shark Named Pickles: Inspiring the Next Generation of Shark Conservationists

A Shark Named Pickles: Inspiring the Next Generation of Shark Conservationists

Matt Marchant is an author, underwater photographer, and shark conservationist. His latest illustrated children's book A Shark Named Pickles is available now!

Book Review: Advanced Techniques for the Big Animal Photographer

Book Review: Advanced Techniques for the Big Animal Photographer

Wish you had a professional underwater photography coach right at your fingertips? Now you do with Ikelite Ambassador Josh Blank's new eBook Advanced Techniques for the Big Animal Photographer.

5 Books for Underwater Photographers

5 Books for Underwater Photographers

Whether you're looking for a book to bring with you to the airport or to read during your surface interval, there's something in this reading list for everyone.

Women's History Month Reading List for the Underwater Enthusiast

Women's History Month Reading List for the Underwater Enthusiast

Looking for an educational and entertaining way of tapping into culture this Women's History Month? Dive into our reading list featuring a variety of aquatic-themed books by female authors.

Book Review: Big Animal Underwater Photography

Book Review: Big Animal Underwater Photography

Wish you had a pocket manual for big animal underwater photography? Now you do! Get Josh Blank's new eBook today for tips on animal behaviors, camera setting troubleshooting, and more.

Behind the Shots: Underwater Photographer of the Year 2023

Behind the Shots: Underwater Photographer of the Year 2023

The results are in from the Underwater Photographer of the Year 2023. We've got a behind the scenes look at some of the winning photos by Ikelite Ambassadors and customers.

Behind the Shots: Ocean Art 2022 Winners

Behind the Shots: Ocean Art 2022 Winners

The results are in from the 11th annual Ocean Art Underwater Photo Contest. We've got a behind the scenes look at some of the winning photos by Ikelite Ambassadors. Plus, how you could be a winner ...

Honoring a Legend: Marty Snyderman's Scuba Service Award

Honoring a Legend: Marty Snyderman's Scuba Service Award

A prolific legend in the underwater photography industry, Marty Snyderman, is honored with the California Scuba Service Award.

Book Review: Into the Planet by Jill Heinerth

Book Review: Into the Planet by Jill Heinerth

Jill Heinerth's memoir Into the Planet is a fast-paced read that will give you new insights on fear, hope, and cave diving.

An Underwater Rockstar Among Royalty

An Underwater Rockstar Among Royalty

We got a chance to interview Ikelite Ambassador Matt Jacobs about his recent induction as a Fellow to the Royal Photographic Society.

Chomping into the World of Children's Books

Chomping into the World of Children's Books

Dive Buddies 4 Life Ali and Joey Postma have created the perfect tool for getting kids into learning about ocean life or as a relaxing pastime for the avid diver.

Behind the Shots: 2020 Underwater World Shootout Finalists

Behind the Shots: 2020 Underwater World Shootout Finalists

Our Ambassadors take you behind the scenes of image finalists in the Best Picture, Best 5 Images, and Sharks of the World categories.

British Photography Awards 2020 Shortlist

British Photography Awards 2020 Shortlist

The British Photography Awards 2020 Shortlist is full of stunning images including a full category dedicated to water life.

Behind the Shot: I Shot a Fish in a Barrel and Won

Behind the Shot: I Shot a Fish in a Barrel and Won

Find out how a first time underwater photographer captured a winning shot with a point-and-shoot and a flashlight.