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Underwater Photo Tutorials

Learn the best techniques and tutorials for improving your underwater photography.

Each of these underwater photo tutorials has a companion video designed to feel like your own private workshop. We cover a wide range of topics and include graphics from my actual workshop presentations to help you absorb all the information.

Do you have specific questions? See my Virtual Private Photo Lessons page.

Enjoy!

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Underwater Photo Tutorials 

Back Button Focus Explained

October 8, 2019December 1, 2020 Brent Durand

Step by step instructions to set up back button focus, best settings, shooting tips, and application for underwater photography.

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Underwater Photo Tutorials 

5 Tips for Fast Subjects

September 20, 2019January 4, 2021 Brent Durand

Learn the best camera settings, autofocus modes,

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Photo Composition Tips for Underwater
Underwater Photo Tutorials 

5 Basic Composition Tips

August 21, 2019January 4, 2021 Brent Durand

Take your underwater photos to the next level with these 5 basic composition tips.

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Underwater Photo Tutorials 

Tips for Shooting Macro Behavior

October 19, 2018December 12, 2019 Brent Durand

Pro tips for shooting incredible macro behavior photos that will stand out from the group. A quick tutorial with big photo improvements.

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Underwater Photo Tutorials 

Underwater Portraits – Tips & Tricks

October 19, 2018December 31, 2018 Brent Durand

Pro tips for creating beautiful underwater portraits, including macro and wide-angle techniques. An essential guide for all marine life photographers.

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Underwater Photo Tutorials 

Contrast in Underwater Photography

February 14, 2018December 16, 2020 Brent Durand

This short video discusses Contrast in underwater photography. Use these tips to create depth and make your images pop off the screen.

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Underwater Photo Tutorials 

Autofocus in Underwater Photography

February 14, 2018December 16, 2020 Brent Durand

This short video discusses autofocus function in digital cameras and how to best use autofocus to create sharp underwater photos and videos.

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Best Macro Diopters of 2021

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Complete buyer’s guide and comparison of the best super macro diopters of 2021, including pro photographer insights.

Underwater Video Light Comparison 2021
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2021 Video Light Comparison

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Basic Settings for Underwater Photography

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Underwater Strobe Comparison 2021

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