A note from the photographers…
To live our passion is a blessing and for us, the Great Barrier Reef has been
an unlimited source of inspiration both above and below the water. We have
enjoyed sharing our aspect of this true wonder since the 1980's, initially as
dive charter boat operators where we learned the art of underwater photography
and more recently as professional photographers as we continue to explore the
unique world that lies within the Great Barrier Reef.
Combining the mechanics of diving and electronics underwater, with an indirect
source of light and the unexpected elements of nature, mastering underwater
photography proved a challenging task. Living in a wetsuit and breathing out
of a steel tank, our skills were honed through thousands of dives and
countless rolls of film, all the while building a wealth of knowledge and
respect for the Great Barrier Reef through experiencing her moods and tasting
the sweet emotion of discovery.
Patience is paramount in any form of nature photography and as we observed
this undersea world, we became witness to its perfection and saw beyond what
our eyes could see alone. We have been privileged to explore seascapes that
defy our imagination, photographed many beautiful and bizarre species, some
previously unknown to this area and encountered life forms that seemed to
communicate with us as we ventured deeper into this ocean realm.
Our greatest pleasure is to be graced with the ineffable feeling of being
accepted as a part of the special world of the Great Barrier Reef in spite of
our obvious differences to most of her inhabitants. Expressing the beauty of
the reef will always be an inspiration for us, and discovering her treasures
will forever lead us to explore her boundless depths. We invite you to join us
in our tribute to the largest living thing on the planet, the Great Barrier
Reef.