Back from Raja Ampat
I’m back from 2 weeks of diving in the Raja Ampat region of Irian Jaya on the new liveaboard from Odyssea. Full boat of underwater photographers of course as it was chartered by my funny very british friend (and amazing professional photographer) Bob Whorton.
I was a able to see some new critters that I have never seen before: Wobbegong sharks, some rare and elusive toadfish, a new pigmy sea horse, new species of flatworms and nudibranchs that I have yet to identify.
Bob was kind enough to let me shoot with his Nikon D200 105mm in an Ikelite housing and 2 DS-125 strobes for the last dive. What a change ! It sure needs a bit of time to find out the focal distance of the 105 as well as get used to the viewfinder. I did not manage any decent shot with the kit (except a magnificent dorsal spine of a pygmy sea horse).
Will post some pictures soonish. (I actually don’t have that many compared to other trips)
I’m considering going to the Suakin Archipelago of Southern Sudan in June also organized by Bob. There is a good chance of having some good pelagic activity, good viz and probably some very strong currents which will make the whole thing more fun.
Might eventually consider doing a quick backpacking/photo trip somewhere in between.
Looking forward to seeing some of your shots Stephane!!
Comment by Alex — December 27, 2006 @ 5:45 pm
Now, I have more pressure to find something correct in my shots.
Comment by stephane — December 27, 2006 @ 5:53 pm