Zena Holloway

Zena Holloway's images are striking, instinctive, driven by a deep understanding of her medium, Zena has been diving since she was a child. Completely self taught she delivers the remarkable, combining the highly technical aspects of underwater photography with superb creative direction resulting in the capture of extraordinarily magical imagery. Zena is widely commissioned for both print and commercials. Recent clients include Jacuzzi, Olay, Toto, GQ, Vogue and the BBC. She lives with her partner and their 3 year old daughter in London, UK.

When I shoot I usually have to charter the boat, in fact probably 2 or 3 by the time the client and crew have hopped on board. I try to use people who already have a lot of experience working with the underwater film industry - miracle workers who can rustle up or improvise to achieve what's needed and do it with a smile as well. I've worked from floating platforms, tugs, navy boats, fishing boats and catamarans to name but a few and having a friendly dive operator at hand that knows the area and conditions is a great luxury.