Academy

Diving Skills

Responsible diving skills for protecting fragile habitats while photographing marine life.

Better diving first, better images second

Macro photography often happens close to the bottom, close to fragile animals and close to other divers. That makes buoyancy, awareness and restraint just as important as camera settings.

These guides focus on the practical diving habits that protect small habitats, improve control and help you stay aware when using a camera underwater.

Academy diving guides

Three core skills for safer, calmer and lower-impact macro diving.

Responsible Muck Diving

How to protect sand, rubble, hydroids, sponges and the small life that depends on fragile muck habitats.

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Buoyancy Skills

Weighting, trim, breath control, hovering and movement skills that reduce impact and make diving feel easier.

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Camera Awareness

Avoid camera tunnel vision, protect your subject, keep buddy contact and manage task loading while shooting.

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