About this time of year the weather begins to cool, people begin to think about football and skiing, and many…
Bruce WatkinsJanuary 1, 2009
I once met a photo buyer who was looking for underwater images with “no water in them.” What they really…
Bruce WatkinsJanuary 1, 2009
In California abalone is big business. In 1957 the yearly commercial abalone harvest peaked at 5 million pounds, and dropped…
Bruce WatkinsJanuary 1, 2009
For many divers the opportunity to safely view an apex predator at close range is the ultimate experience. Sport divers…
Bruce WatkinsDecember 23, 2008
There are several “rules” in big animal photography. You must be where the animals are, and when they are there,…
Bruce WatkinsDecember 23, 2008
Underwater navigation is one of the most underappreciated of all diving skills. During open water classes, students are taught basic…
Bruce WatkinsDecember 17, 2008
Fish have basically two personality types—those that flit around the reef in a nervous, almost psychotic fashion; and those who…
Bruce WatkinsDecember 15, 2008
While all diving is enjoyable and memorable, some dives stand out above the rest. We may not agree on which…
Bruce WatkinsDecember 10, 2008
My buddy swam up with a determined look on his face. A series of grunts and hand signals followed, but…
Bruce WatkinsDecember 9, 2008
