Scuba Diving Magazine's 22nd Annual Photo Contest Now Open

The annual "Through Your Lens" photo contest is now open for submissions. Cut your teeth on a well-known underwater contest whether you're a beginner or a pro.

Announcing Scuba Diving's 2025 Underwater Photo Contest Winners

Scuba Diving magazine announces the winning images from this year's contest. Prepare to be wowed. 

Scuba Diving Announces 2024 Underwater Photo Contest Winners

Scuba Diving magazine announces the winners of the 2024 Through Your Lens Photo Contest.

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Think Big: How To Put Grouper in the Spotlight

Groupers have been a favorite fish since the pioneering days of diving. Widespread in the tropics and subtropics, they are slow-moving, curious and intelligent, and many are highly colored. Their big eyes and rubbery lips give them a cartoonish charisma. Groupers are long-lived and can become so infatuated with divers that they follow them closely— much to the enjoyment of any shooter.

Critters on Critters: A Photographer's Guide to Looking Closer

Underwater photographer Patrick Webster encourages viewers to take a closer look at creatures while diving or even in their favorite photos.

The Dive Life: Exploring the Connected Community of Scuba Divers

Underwater photographer Brent Durand explores what it means to be a dive community. With input from the public, he will explore how our connection as divers is far stronger than our differences in location or profession. Topics he'll cover include travel, family diving, conservation, community and everything in between.

Say Cheese! How to Orchestrate Stunning Fish Portraits

Fish are always on the move, darting in and out of focus. While portraits can be challenging, these tips will help you take photographs that truly stand out.

A Guide to Choosing Lenses for Your Underwater Camera

There are two strategies for adding lenses and ports to your interchangeable-lens camera system: traditional lenses with domes, and wide-angle conversion lenses. This guide will help you choose the right one for you.

How to Take an Uncommon Photo of the Common Clownfish

Clownfish can still win an underwater photo contest if you can create a standout image. Here's how to pull it off.

How a Diopter Can Improve Your Macro Photography

Macro diopters reduce your minimum focus, magnify the subject and create a crisper image.