Robert Herb Photography Blog

Capturing Underwater Time Capsules:  Over the course of my 56 years of Scuba Diving and 36 years of Underwater Photography, I have had the chance to dive hundreds of wrecks around the world, both in cold water and tropical locations. I find wreck diving to be one of my top things to do both for the history, challenges, beauty, and a world of opportunity for photography. Beneath the surface of the world's oceans lies a hidden realm of history, mystery, and exploration—shipwrecks. These underwater time capsules tell tales of bygone eras, lost voyages, and maritime tragedies. Wreck diving is a thrilling adventure that allows explorers to immerse themselves in the secrets of the deep. In this blog post, I'll delve into the fascinating world of wreck diving, exploring the specialized training, equipment, preparation, risks, rewards, and techniques for capturing the mystique of shipwrecks through the lens of a camera. Specialized Training: Wreck diving is not your average underwater ...

 Introduction Underwater photography, a mesmerizing blend of art and technology, has traversed a remarkable journey from its humble beginnings to the modern digital marvels we see today. To fully appreciate the stunning underwater images of the present, it is imperative to explore the history and evolution of this captivating field. In this blog post, i will dive into the origins of underwater photography, the pioneering figures, the development of the Nikonos camera and lenses, and how early film technology and processing techniques laid the foundation for the remarkable work we enjoy today. This is just a brief history that I thought might be helpfull in understanding how we got to where we are today. Early Pioneers, Cameras and Lenses Louis Boutan: A Pioneer Ahead of His Time French scientist and photographer Louis Boutan can be rightfully called one of the earliest pioneers of underwater photography. In 1893, he captured one of the world's first underwater photos using a sealed...