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PADI Underwater Photographer

Why PADI Underwater Photographer?
Underwater photography is one of the most popular diving specialties, and the rise
of digital underwater photography has made it easier and more fun than ever. This is
why there are actually two PADI underwater photography courses. The PADI Digital Underwater Photographer course gets you going quickly with today modern digital equipment, whether you use a point-and-shoot snap camera or a sophisticated D-SLR like the pros. The PADI Underwater Photographer course is a more traditional photography course designed for conventional film equipment.

The Fun Part
The fun part about this course is learning to capture images to share with your friends and family. It’s a great way to relive the adventures you’ve had.

What do I need to start?

   
· PADI Open Water Diver or Junior Open Water Diver certification
     · Minimum age: 10 years old

What You Learn
How to choose the right underwater camera system for you
The PADI SEA method for getting great shots quickly
The three primary principles for good underwater photos
You'll also learn how to care for and maintain your camera equipment.

How long will it take?

    
· One day course
     · Two open water training dives


The Learning Materials You Need
Avoid the frustration of learning underwater photography through trial and error. The PADI Digital Underwater Photography crewpak shortens the learning curve with tips and hints from the pros.PADI Photography Crew Pack

Topics covered include :
Basic photography tips
Strobe diagrams for a variety of effects
Tips for eliminating backscatter
An explanation of the various digital file formats
How to bring back the color in your images
The crewpak includes the PADI Digital Underwater Photographer Manual and submersible white balance slate. The course materials preview skills you’ll practice with your instructor. Once the course is over, use your manual as a reference guide as you explore new environments and to evolve your skills.

Capture your underwater adventures on film and share diving with your friends and family.

Course cost: $295

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What are some other courses I might be interested in?

PADI Advanced Open Water
PADI Rescue Diver
PADI Deep Diver
PADI Wreck Diver
PADI Enriched Air Nitrox Diver
PADI Underwater Naturalist
PADI Peak Performance Buoyancy
PADI Night Diver
Spiegel Grove Diver
PADI Boat Diver
PADI Search and Recovery
PADI Underwater Navigation
PADI National Geographic Portal
PADI Master Scuba Diver

Where will I be diving?
You will be enjoying some of the best reef locations Key Largo and Pennekamp Park have to offer, including Molasses Reef, French Reef, Benwood Wreck, Christ of the Deep, and Snapper Ledge to name a few. During the challenging specialties you will be diving the famous wrecks of the LSD Spiegel Grove and the USCG Duane

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Call Ocean Divers at 800-451-1113

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What Equipment Should I have?
-Buoyancy Compensator
-Regulator, Alternate Air Source
-Gauges or a Computer
-Mask, Fins and Snorkel
-Wet Suit
-Dive Light
-Compass
-Equipment Bag
-Camera

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