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Free Maldives Photo Workshop with Jordi Chias on Emperor Leo and Emperor Serenity

What a bonus for guests on Emperor Serenity 03 – 10 December and Emperor Leo 11 – 18 December. Travel with Emperor Maldives and improve your photography with Jordi Chias, (www.uwaterphoto.com), a professional photographer with more than 15 years of experience.
The highly acclaimed photographer will be onboard and offering a free mini Photography Workshop for guests who would like to improve their underwater and general photography.
With work published in many different media and recognized with prominent mentions in various competitions, among them the BBC Wildlife Photographer of the Year (2006, 2008, 2010, 2012, 2013 and 2014), Jordi has a wealth of knowledge that guests can tap into during the week.
Jordi, one of the most internationally awarded Spanish photographers, who also speaks fluent English, will hold a specialized workshop with special focus on large animals such as mantas and whale sharks.
He will teach different techniques as well as advising on the most suitable gear to get the best results.
During the trip Jordi will give daily talks, reviews and comments on guests’ images in order to improve results. He will also share techniques to help guests with computer picture processing, at basic level, so they can process their own pictures.
Guests must bring their own cameras.
Also, although not a speciality, Jordi can help improve video.
Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to hone photography skills for free.
For more on Emperor Maldives visit www.emperormaldives.com.
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Something BIG is Coming to Euro-Divers Egypt… Are You Ready?

A One-of-a-Kind Experience Awaits You in the Red Sea
Have you ever dreamed of capturing the underwater world like a pro ?
Euro-Divers Egypt is proud to introduce Blue Lens Workshops, an exclusive one-week immersive experience designed to take your underwater photography and videography to the next level. Limited to just 12 participants per session, these workshops provide hands-on coaching from industry experts in one of the most breathtaking marine environments on Earth.
Master the Art of Underwater Imaging with Experts
More than just another dive trip, this is a seven-day deep dive into the art of underwater imaging. Led by renowned underwater filmmaker Olivier Bourgeois and his expert team, the workshop blends technical mastery, marine behavior insights, diving techniques, and post-production skills into a comprehensive learning experience. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced shooter, you’ll leave with new friends, new skills, and unforgettable memories from an adventure like no other.
More info: blue-lens.com
All-Inclusive, Stress-Free Experience. Just Focus on Your Art!
Forget about logistics—everything is taken care of so you can fully concentrate on capturing the beauty of the Red Sea. Your workshop package includes: 7 nights in a 4-star beachfront resort with full board / Airport transfers for a smooth arrival and departure / 14 dives with extended bottom time (up to 90 minutes each) / Nitrox included for certified divers / Privatized dive boats & small group formations (4 divers max per group) / Fully equipped post-production studio.
From the moment you land to the final edit of your footage or photos, this adventure is designed to maximize your time in the water and behind the camera.
Connect with Marine Life Like Never Before
Great underwater imagery isn’t just about technique—it’s about understanding and connecting with the ocean itself. That’s why Blue Lens Workshops go beyond the camera to help you develop a deeper appreciation of marine wildlife and its behavior. With guidance from marine experts and oceanographers, you’ll learn how to anticipate animal movement, adapt to natural conditions, and capture truly authentic moments. Over the week, you’ll discover how to interact with marine species and how you can approach wildlife with minimal disturbance, all while creating images that tell powerful stories about the underwater world.
Secure your seat today!
For the first time ever, Euro-Divers Egypt is hosting an exclusive seven-day underwater imaging workshop, where you can hone your skills alongside a professional underwater film crew. With only two sessions in 2025 (May 25 – June 1 & June 1 – June 8) and a strictly limited number of participants, this is a rare chance to be part of something truly unique.
Spots are extremely limited! 👉 Book Now Here
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UWACAM Impresses at BOOT 2025 with New App

BOOT 2025, the world’s largest water sports trade fair, provided the perfect stage for the launch of the new UWACAM app which meanwhile is rated at an excellent 4.8 out of 5 in the Apple App Store.
Optimized for DIVEVOLK (divevolkdiving.com) Seatouch housings and developed in collaboration with award-winning underwater filmmaker Matthias Lebo (matthiaslebo.com), this app is user-friendly and features large, clear controls, enabling effortless and stunning shots.
It offers professional functions typically found in high-end cameras, supports the LOG format for advanced color corrections, includes built-in LUTs (Color Lookup Tables) to restore underwater colors, and provides a manual mode, user presets, histogram, focus peaking, zebra function, and much more.
As an official product of Bumbayaya GmbH (bumbayaya.ch / uwacam.com), the UWACAM app has been specifically designed for use in DIVEVOLK Seatouch underwater housings. Visitors were able to experience the app live at the DIVEVOLK booth.
UWACAM simplifies underwater photography with an intuitive user interface that is perfectly adapted for underwater operation. The app offers precise control and delivers impressive results for both hobby divers and professionals.
Why UWACAM?
- Specifically developed for DIVEVOLK: Perfect integration into Seatouch housings for effortless underwater operation.
- Simple yet professional: Switch between an Easy Automatic Mode for beginners and a comprehensive Pro Mode.
- All-in-one app: Supports all photo and video formats, including LOG for professional color corrections.
- Pro Features:
- Focus Peaking: Precise focus control.
- Zebra Function: Prevents over- or underexposure.
- Built-in LUTs: Color corrections for realistic underwater shots.
- Manual Controls: Fine-tune exposure, focus, white balance, and more.
- Diver-Specific Features: Automatic color correction based on environment and dive depth, plus an optional magnetic compass overlay.
“We are excited to present UWACAM at BOOT 2025,” says Matthias Lebo, who played a key role in its development. “With UWACAM, we bring the beauty of the underwater world directly into the hands of divers and snorkelers—intuitive, powerful, and adaptable.”
Customer Reviews
Available in the App Store
UWACAM is now available for download in the App Store.
https://apps.apple.com/de/app/uwacam/id6714463099
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