Images by Matty Smith

Topics Covered:

Underwater exposure techniques
Focusing techniques
Strobe and Natural Lighting
Over/Under Splits shots
Fur seal behaviour
Composition

What to bring:

Notepad and pen should you wish to take notes
Bring your own snorkelling gear & wetsuit (mask, snorkel, fins, wetsuit)
You must have your own underwater photography equipment (camera, underwater housing, strobes, etc.)
Mirrorless or DSLR Camera (Does not need to be a Nikon camera)
Spare camera batteries
Spare SD Cards
Swimwear and towel
Sunscreen & Hat
Warm clothing and a change of clothes
Waterproof bag for your equipment
Seasick tablets
Photo Identification to enter Narooma Golf Club as you will need to sign in

Skill Level:

Intermediate to Advanced (Experienced knowledge of photography and snorkelling is required).

Class Day Timeline –

0900 to 1200 in the meeting room at Narooma Golf Club for a teaching session. Morning tea and light lunch is provided by the club.
1300 to 1700 in the water with seals at Montague Island. Snorkelling only session.

Course Inclusions:

Room hire for briefing, morning tea & lunch at Narooma Golf Club
Boat trip to Montague Island
Expert instruction and guidance from Nikon Ambassador Matty Smith

What is NOT included

Transport to and from Narooma Gold club and wharf
Snorkelling gear &wetsuit (mask, snorkel, fins, wetsuit)
Underwater photography equipment (camera, underwater housing, strobes, etc.)

Weather Disclaimer:

Should the weather forecast not be favourable to the course and safety requirements, a decision to postpone or cancel the event will be made 5 days before the class date.

FAQ

For more information please refer to Underwater Safaris FAG page here.

Note: If your Nikon camera is SnapBridge compatible, please bring along your mobile device with the SnapBridge application already installed.

For more course information or inquiries phone: 1300 851 435 (Mon-Fri 9-4 PM AEDT)

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Nikon Experience: Underwater Photography with Nikon Ambassador Matty Smith