A Brief History of IMAX Underwater
In 1992 I received a call from Graeme Ferguson, a co-founder of IMAX Corporation, that changed the course of my career.
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Empowering Timor-Leste’s Local Dive Industry
Timor-Leste, or East Timor, is one of the world’s newest countries, having gained independence from Indonesia in 2002 after decades of conflict.
Masters of Blackwater
Most blackwater divers agree it only takes one good dive to hook you. The idea of jumping off a boat at night, miles from shore, with only a few lights to guide your way might sound terrifying, but the experience is unlike anything our imaginations could conjure.
A Commitment to Conservation
The waters of southern Florida are famous for their stunning coral reefs and vibrant marine life. This underwater paradise is not only a playground for recreational divers but also vital to many people who depend on it for their livelihoods, including dive instructors.
Swimmer’s Ear
Swimmer’s ear (otitis externa) is an infection of the external auditory canal that frequently occurs in divers and swimmers.
Marine Protected Areas in the Galápagos
I spent a week in late June diving the Galápagos, which, as no surprise, was quite amazing.
Emergency Oxygen Cylinder Refills
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) classifies oxygen as a drug when provided to an injured or ill person. It requires specific labeling and product controls and must be individually prescribed to someone suffering from an ailment. When used incorrectly, oxygen can cause damage to someone’s health.
Grand Cayman Impressions
Dive photojournalists often go to the same places but rarely at the same time. In 2006, however, Alex Mustard participated in an imaging event called Digital Madness, and I was there to cover it for a magazine. That was our only time diving together on Grand Cayman.
When the Unexpected Happens
The onset of pain in my left ear was sudden and excruciating. I knew something was wrong, so I gripped the anchor line and stopped ascending. My buddy saw me stop, and I communicated via hand signals that something was not right with my ear and that I needed to pause our ascent.
The Resplendent Reefs of South Africa’s Port Elizabeth
It is difficult to step out from the shadow cast by a famous family member long in the spotlight and to stake one’s own claim and create a different identity. I was reminded of this while reflecting on my relationship with diving in South Africa.
