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Why We Do This

Sometimes it's reasonable to question the sanity of an underwater photographer.  We lug around huge amounts of expensive gear to remote places, just to get a image of a yawning frogfish or tiny sea slug.  However, for many, underwater photography is the greatest activity in the world. Everyone has a different reason for their passion -- find out why some of the pro's love it so much.
Experiments in Underwater Photography
Feb 16, 2010 3:44 PM
Long time underwater photography pro Stuart Westmorland tells the story of how he became an underwater photographer and found his own style
A Different Light
Feb 9, 2010 3:03 PM
Aaron Wong explains why he chooses to shoot in his signature style
Random Ruminations On Underwater Photography
Nov 23, 2009 12:48 AM
Andy Ferrari describes why he loves underwater photography in the first installment of the "Why We Do This" special feature.
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