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Take Better Underwater Pictures and Make a Difference
INON UK announce free Open Day in Manchester, Saturday, January 21st
Four specialist underwater photography companies from the fields of equipment design and manufacturing, training, conservation and dive photojournalism will be giving six presentations to help you take better underwater images on your next trip. But they will also show you how to go beyond social media likes and, even if you are a beginner, start putting your pictures to work by publicising environmental causes and supporting marine life monitoring and outlining how to share your diving photo-stories in the media.
Understanding the INON Underwater Photography System with Takuya Torii of INON Inc.
INON Inc of Japan provides one of the most respected, comprehensive and best backed up ranges of underwater photography equipment in the world today. The line-up spans premium quality wet wide-angle and bug eye lenses for compact and mirrorless users, four strengths of close up lens, pro -level housings, trays and arms, plus probably the most popular strobes for enthusiasts and working professionals alike. Takuya will be demonstrating some of the latest products INON has released and explaining how using INON kit can advance your own underwater photography achievements.
Not Quite 101 Tips for Better Underwater Photos with Alphamarine Photography
Alphamarine’s Anne and Phil Metcalf will take you through some of the best ways they’ve found to improve your underwater pictures, from which diving courses will give you the most help to why some equipment is a better use of your budget than others.
They’ll look at the mistakes they made when starting out and what techniques and knowledge took their photography to higher levels.
Whether you are just beginning to take images underwater or have been doing it a while and want to up your game, this rapid-fire collection of hints will give you some inspiration.
Photographing Sharks and Rays Around the World and How Your Underwater Images can be Used for Marine Conservation with Frogfish Photography
Nick and Caroline Robertson-Brown take you on a global underwater tour of some of the very best places to photograph sharks and rays. From diminutive pyjama sharks to the majestic tiger shark, from the UK to Australia. Learn about the places, techniques and equipment used. Also find out how your images can help shark and ray conservation projects in 2023 and beyond.
Five Fast Tips with INON UK
Steve Warren from INON UK is going to briefly cover five annoyances that needle underwater photographers and offer tips to help counter some of the problems each can inflict from happening to you. He’ll be discussing how to avoid floods, prevent invisible backscatter, when and how to use manual focus, buoyancy control for your camera and packing for air travel.
Buyer Beware – Avoiding a Housing Crisis with INON UK
In a switch to the original program, Steve is going to talk through some of the all important gotcha’s you need to consider when purchasing a compact, mirrorless or SLR housing. With over three decades experience advising clients from those just getting started to top professionals shooting for National Geographic Magazine, Steve has lots of insights to help ensure your system is an investment in your underwater photography, not a costly mistake. Steve will also explain INON UK’s decision to add Fantasea and Marelux housings to its existing INON X2 housing line up. Topics include optics, viewfinders, ergonomics and back up.
An Introduction to Dive Photojournalism with INON UK
After the main event, Steve will be giving a free additional talk on how to get started in dive photojournalism. INON Uk partners Lisa Collins and Steve have worked extensively in dive and non–diving media, from scuba magazines to newspapers to books and TV.
Based on their extensive combined experience, Steve is going to explain that the field of dive photojournalism is open to anyone with a basic compact camera system (it’s all some dive magazine editors own) and a bit of imagination and some of the insider intel this talk will provide.
Steve will be discussing what features magazines want, how to find your niche, constructing a photo story, writing styles, picture requirements and collaborating with other writers and photographers.
Venue: Mercure Manchester Piccadilly Hotel.
No Spaces: 40
Register for your place at info@inonuk.com.
Whether you are a beginner or a professional diver – with the three new main regulators from DYNAMICNORD, everyone will find their favourite regulator. They all look super stylish.
Excellent performance with the TR-80
Quality and performance are the be-all and end-all for regulators. It is not for nothing that the TR stands for Tec Reg. The innovative design of the TR-80 guarantees absolute reliability – even in ice-cold waters.
Perfect breathing effort at 0.8 J/l / certified for diving in waters below 10 degrees / structural design made of solid brass for best cold protection / membrane-compensated design with dry seal of the first stage / reduced exhalation effort thanks to optimized exhalation membrane and bubble deflector / adjustable Venturi (dive/predive) and adjustment knob for individual inhalation comfort / innovative design of the front cover prevents free-flow in strong currents or when diving with scooters / design made of sandblasted brass, matt chrome finish / 2 HP and 4 LP outlets / mouthpiece made of high-quality, anti-allergic silicone for maximum comfort.
Amazing underwater adventures with the IR-50
The IR-50 is the top regulator for advanced and experienced divers. Natural breathing is the essence of this regulator.
Ideal breathing effort at 0.8 J/l /certified for diving in waters below 10 degrees / compensated membrane / adjustable venturi (dive/predive) and adjustment knob for individual inhalation comfort/ outlet valve and deflector for minimum exhalation effort and reduction of bubbles on the face / design made of sandblasted brass, matt chrome finish / 2 HP and 4 NP outlets / mouthpiece made of high-quality, anti-allergic silicone for maximum comfort.
The Workhorse – our CS-30
For diving centres and diving beginners – the workhorse stands for strong construction, reliability and robustness. Perfect for your training.
Optimal breathing effort at 0.8 J/l /recommended for diving in waters above 10 degrees / non-compensated piston / adjustable venturi (dive/predive) / outlet valve and deflector for minimum exhalation effort and reduction of bubbles on the face / design made of sandblasted brass, matt chrome finish / 1 HP and 3 NP outlets / mouthpiece made of high-quality, anti-allergic silicone for maximum comfort.
Octopus OP-30
The OP-30 is the ideal addition to all DYNAMICNORD regulators. It is identical in construction to the CS-30.
The TR-80, IR-50, CS-30 (DIN & INT) regulators and the Octopus OP-30 are available from DYNAMICNORD dealers and in the online store.
DYNAMICNORD – Your Outdoor Companion.
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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