The Underwater Club

If you want to challenge your UW photography skills, definitely consider going to Dauin, Philippines in June and taking part in this in person competition!
What's more: if you can arrive early we'll help you prep for the contest: join The Underwater Club's workshop in Silver Reef Dive Resort (20-28th June).
DM us if interested :)

🌊📸 You’re Invited to Dive Dauin Festival 2026! 🐠✨

Calling all divers, photographers, ocean lovers, and adventure seekers! 🌍💙

Be part of the Dive Dauin Festival 2026 – Underwater Photography Contest happening on June 25–29, 2026 in the stunning waters of Dauin, Negros Oriental!

🏆 ₱400,000 worth of prizes await those who dare to capture the beauty beneath the waves!

Whether you're a seasoned underwater photographer or just starting your journey, this is your chance to explore, create, and showcase your talent in one of the Philippines’ top dive destinations.

📍 Experience world-class macro diving
📸 Capture rare and incredible marine life
🤝 Connect with fellow ocean enthusiasts

Don’t miss this unforgettable underwater adventure!

👉 Register now and be part of something extraordinary!

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Macro Boost Photo Workshop — Dauin, Philippines | June 2026

Dauin is one of the world’s top macro destinations — and the perfect place to level up your underwater photography.

Join Nicolas Remy for a photography-focused workshop designed to help you refine your technique, push your creativity, and come home with a stronger macro portfolio. Expect personalised feedback, intimate diving (just 2 divers per guide), and access to some of the richest critter sites on the planet.

You’ll stay at Silver Reef Dive Resort, a genuinely photo-friendly operation with excellent logistics and easy access to Dauin’s best macro dives — and take part in the Dive Dauin 2026 Festival & Photo Shootout, a fun and motivating way to stay focused and inspired (all levels welcome).

📸 Daily photo talks & image reviews
🤿 Small groups, relaxed dive pace
🐙 World-class macro subjects
🤝 Supportive environment, like-minded photographers
🌟 Limited to 14 participants

👉 Questions? Get in touch!

📢 Deadline Extended!
You now have until 30 November 2025 to apply for the Ocean Geographic Photographer Recognition Program — a prestigious new pathway for underwater photographers to gain international recognition 🌊

This isn’t just another photo contest.
It’s a curated portfolio review program designed to:
✅ Elevate emerging & established talent
✅ Offer professional feedback from Ocean Geographic editors
✅ Celebrate photographers shaping the future of ocean conservation through imagery

📸 How it works
Submit a portfolio of your 10 best underwater photos (from the past 5 years), with captions and a short introduction.
Your work will be reviewed by the Ocean Geographic Editorial Board, and successful applicants will earn one of these distinctions:

🏅 Ocean Geographic Photographer (OGP)
🎖️ Associate Ocean Geographic Photographer (AOGP)

Both recognitions come with international visibility — in Ocean Geographic Magazine (70k readers), on the OG website, and through OG expeditions & invitations.

📖 All applicants receive a written feedback from Ocean Geographic editors about their portfolio.

⏳ New deadline: 30 November 2025
💲 Application fee: USD 250
(For members of The Underwater Club)

✨ Ready to take your photography to the next level?
👉 All details here: https://bit.ly/4qGtHXg


Ocean Geographic

Lena and I are heading to the Go Diving Show Australia this Saturday & Sunday (6–7 Sept) at Sydney Olympic Park – Exhibition Hall 5 🎉

Here’s where you can find us:
📍 Stand 304 – Both days
👉 The Underwater Club will be with our friends from DivePhotoGuide
👉 Right next to the Photo Stage, a few steps from the Photo Exhibition, facing Scubapix/Nauticam

🎤 Sunday 11:30am – Photo Stage
Nicolas will give a talk packed with tips on how to take great photos of divers.
Perfect if you’re a photographer wanting to better work with models—or a diver who wants to shine in photos!

💬 Come say hi at stand 304! We’ll be happy to chat about gear, techniques, dive travel… or anything underwater photography 🌊📸

✨ For The Underwater Club Members ✨
🤝 Saturday 4:30pm – Get-together at our stand, right after the photo comp results. Fingers crossed we’ll have something to celebrate!
🤿 Free on Friday? Join our social dive—details in the Club Lounge forum.

Can’t wait to see many of you there!
— Nicolas, Founder, The Underwater Club


DivePhotoGuide - Underwater Photography & Video MARES - just add water Nauticam Scubapix - Nauticam Australia

If you’re shooting underwater with the Canon R5 Mark II (or other recent Canon cameras like the R1), this settings guide might help you fine-tune your camera, to be more productive underwater: https://bit.ly/4fUa6xS

It took me half a day to go through all the menu settings and configure them to my liking, and then I made several improvements after spending long hours shooting the camera (over 60 hours for my upcoming DivePhotoGuide review). The article is all written, I now need assemble the video reel that will go with it, all should be ready next week.

If you’re at the GoDivingShow Sydney next week (September 6/7th) come and see us to chat anything underwater photography! We will be be at stand 304 with DivePhotoGuide.

Happy Friday!
Nicolas

(photo credit: Lena Remy)


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Canon ANZ Go Diving Show DivePhotoGuide - Underwater Photography & Video

🦐 Tiny critters, black sand, and endless photo opportunities — Maryline Renault’s happy place is Southeast Asia’s muck diving hotspots.

She’s explored Lembeh, Anilao, Dauin, and Tulamben — and while all offer incredible macro life, Tulamben holds a special place in her dive log, and she keeps going back.

In our upcoming Member Trip Reports webinar, Maryline will share:
🏝️ What makes Tulamben stand out as a muck diving destination
📷 The subjects and scenes that inspire her most
🏨 Insights from staying at different resorts in the area
💡 Practical tips for getting your best shots
✨ And more insights that only another underwater photographer would think to include

Here’s what Maryline says about TUC:

“Joining The Underwater Club has been one of the best decisions in my photography journey. Six months in, I’ve found it’s not just about being part of a community of like-minded underwater photographers — it’s about sharing passion, learning continuously, and being inspired through the club’s amazing monthly webinars.”

Want to watch Maryline’s full Tulamben trip report and get instant access to 2 years of past webinars?
Join The Underwater Club today — it takes less than 2 minutes.

📅 Webinar: 25/26 Aug
🤝 Photos by Maryline Renault
🔗 Event details: https://theunderwaterclub.com/webinar-2025-08-dive-trips-reports-for-underwater-photographers-by-tuc-members/

🐧 From leopard seals to penguins and humpback whales — Bill Gladstone spent 28 days sailing to Antarctica on a small yacht to capture its wild beauty.

In January 2025, Bill embarked on a rare expedition, photographing both underwater and topside life in one of the planet’s most remote environments.

In our upcoming Member Trip Reports webinar, he’ll share:
❄️ What it’s like to dive and shoot in Antarctica’s icy waters
📷 The photographic challenges and opportunities he faced
🗺️ Logistics tips for planning a trip like this
🐋 Stories behind some of his favourite images
✨ And more insights that only another underwater photographer would think to include

Here’s what Bill says about TUC:

“I’ve been a member of The Underwater Club since Nicolas founded it in 2023. I’ve learnt a lot from the wide range of online lessons, and the webinars with internationally acclaimed underwater photographers are always fascinating and incredibly useful. I enjoy the forums and discussions about members’ photos — it’s great to be part of a friendly and supportive community.”

Want to see Bill’s full Antarctica trip report and get instant access to two years of past webinars?
Join The Underwater Club today — it takes less than 2 minutes.

📅 Webinar: 25/26 Aug
🤝 Photos by Bill Gladstone (Bill’s portrait by Robert J Smith)
🔗 Event details: https://theunderwaterclub.com/webinar-2025-08-dive-trips-reports-for-underwater-photographers-by-tuc-members/

🐟 From Byron Bay to the black sands of Anilao — Verona Chadwick has a taste for finding beauty in the tiniest of creatures.

In February 2025, she headed to Anilao, Philippines — staying at Aiyanar Resort and diving with renowned guide & photographer Dennis Corpuz. By day, night, and under the stars on blackwater dives, Verona captured the region’s famous macro wildlife.

In our upcoming Member Trip Reports webinar, she’ll share:
🤿 What it’s like to dive Anilao with a pro guide
🔍 How she photographs its smallest stars
📷 The gear she used and why
💡 Practical tips for getting your best shots
✨ And more insights that only another underwater photographer would think to include.

Here’s what Verona says about TUC:

“I’ve been a member of The Underwater Club for over a year. The learning modules are easy to follow and super helpful. I love being able to watch webinar replays, and enjoy chatting about photography challenges in the forum and in our Coffee Chats.”

Want to watch Verona’s full Anilao report and get instant access to 2 years of past webinars?
Join The Underwater Club today — it takes less than 2 minutes.

📅 Webinar: 25/26 Aug (2 time slots)
🤝 Photos by Verona Chadwick
🔗 Event details: https://theunderwaterclub.com/webinar-2025-08-dive-trips-reports-for-underwater-photographers-by-tuc-members/

𝐎𝐜𝐞𝐚𝐧 𝐆𝐞𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐡𝐢𝐜 & 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐔𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐰𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐥𝐮𝐛

An Exciting Recognition for Underwater Photographers Begins
We are proud to announce a powerful new alliance between Ocean Geographic – renowned for publishing superlative pictures of our ocean and The Underwater Club, the world’s leading resources for underwater photography education.

This partnership marks the launch of a groundbreaking platform to honour and elevate the world’s most inspiring underwater photographers. Not just another contest or social media trend — this is about legacy, impact, and true recognition.

Whether you're just dipping your fins or already setting the standard, your moment is coming.
A new pathway to prestige.
A global platform for visual storytelling.
An accolade that associates with the Best

Full details surface on 5 August to 12 August
Stay tuned. Your work deserves to be seen — and celebrated — like never before.

Photo credit: Jennifer Hayes/ACE2023
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