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Alexey Zaytsev releases book for underwater photographers using the Olympus TG-6
“Underwater Pictures With Olympus TG-6. Manual and Practical Guide for Best Underwater Settings”
At first glance, the Olympus TG-Series may seem simple, compact cameras for beginners. But it is not! In skilled hands, these cameras can take great photos. Alexey Zaitsev, an experienced underwater photographer, and professional journalist have worked for several diving magazines in Russia. For many years he photographed only with “serious” photographic equipment, film, and digital SLR cameras of Nikon company.
Five years ago, he accidentally tried to take photos with the Olympus TG-4 camera. He was very surprised by this small camera’s capabilities and started using it as a second camera in all his expeditions. Then there was the TG-5, and the relationship between the photographer and the camera became even more reliable and closer. With the Olympus TG-6, he never leaves the camera and takes it on all his dives. His extensive experience in underwater photography has helped him to master the TG’s controls perfectly. As it turns out, to get the best possible picture quality and manage it effectively underwater, you have to give up automatic presets. It works very well, and it is not a wrong solution if you are a novice photographer. But you will achieve the best result if you control the camera yourself.
Alexey wanted to share his experience of shooting with TG cameras and wrote the book “Underwater Pictures With Olympus TG-6. Manual and Practical Guide for Best Underwater Settings” for this purpose. It is the perfect underwater picture manual for anyone who wants to learn how to use the Olympus TG‑6 camera to capture unique underwater pictures and videos. With nearly 100 color images and pictures of scuba divers, this book provides clear, step-by-step lessons to get you out there with your Olympus TG‑6 camera to document your dives and your underwater adventures. This underwater photography masterclass covers everything you need to know about using your Olympus TG‑6 camera. All underwater photos in this book, Alexey took in the waters of the Seychelles.
The book teaches you:
- all unique Olympus TG‑6 settings specifically for underwater photography;
- how to assemble a working kit using this camera;
- “secret” recipes for all underwater situations and shooting genres: macro and super macro, wide-angle, strobe and video light shooting, and video shooting.
The book “Underwater Pictures With Olympus TG-6: Manual аnd Practical Guide for Best Underwater Settings ” will be useful not only to scuba divers but also to those who dive underwater without scuba gear: snorkeling enthusiasts, underwater hunters, and freedivers. Though written specifically for the Olympus TG‑6 underwater camera, these tips and settings also apply to the Olympus TG-5 camera. The author, Alexey Zaytsev, is an ambassador for Olympus and a professional underwater photographer. He has extensive experience with Olympus cameras TG‑4, TG‑5, TG‑6, as well as mirrorless cameras in the OM-D series.
You can get this ebook for free with Amazon Kindle Unlimited: https://amzn.to/3dGhOLp
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Renowned anti-whaling activist Paul Watson has been released from custody in Greenland after spending five months in detention. Denmark’s Justice Ministry rejected Japan’s request for his extradition, citing insufficient guarantees that his time already served in custody would be credited against any potential sentence.
The 74-year-old Canadian-American was arrested on July 21 in Nuuk, Greenland’s capital, when his ship docked to refuel. His arrest was based on a 2012 Japanese warrant related to a 2010 encounter in Antarctic waters. Japan alleged Watson obstructed operations and caused damage to a whaling research ship during efforts to disrupt illegal whaling. Watson has consistently denied these claims, maintaining his commitment to marine conservation.
Denmark, which oversees extradition matters for Greenland, concluded that while the legal conditions for extradition were met, the lack of assurances from Japan regarding time-served credit made extradition untenable.
In a video shared by his foundation, Watson expressed gratitude and relief, saying, “After five months, it’s good to be out… and good to know they’re not sending me to Japan.” He added that the most difficult part of his time in custody was being separated from his two young sons.
Watson is a pioneering figure in marine conservation, known for founding the Captain Paul Watson Foundation in 2022 after decades of activism with the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society. His bold efforts to defend marine life have earned him widespread support, including from celebrities and conservationists. His work has also been featured in the acclaimed reality TV series Whale Wars.
Watson’s lawyer, Jonas Christoffersen, praised the decision, stating, “We are happy and relieved that Paul Watson is now free.” He added that Watson is eager to reunite with his family and continue his vital work.
The arrest occurred while Watson’s vessel, the M/Y John Paul DeJoria, was en route to the North Pacific with a team of 26 volunteers to intercept a Japanese whaling ship. His foundation described the arrest as politically motivated and emphasized that Watson’s actions were focused on ending illegal whaling practices.
Japan resumed commercial whaling in 2019 after leaving the International Whaling Commission, asserting that whale meat is a cultural tradition. Conservationists, however, continue to challenge these practices, highlighting their impact on marine ecosystems.
Despite the challenges, Watson remains steadfast in his mission to protect marine life and bring attention to whaling practices. His dedication to ocean conservation has made him a globally respected advocate for the environment.
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