Master Underwater Photography — Professional Shoots & Expeditions

Underwater Photography in Imperial Beach and Beyond

Chiara Salomoni Photography offers specialized underwater photography services and experiential trips that combine technical instruction with creative image capture. Based in Imperial Beach, California, the photographer provides online mentoring, shark cage tour photos, freediving shoots, underwater portraits, and a multi-day Azores photo expedition. Each offering focuses on safety, technique, and delivering high-resolution digital images.

Key Services and Trips

• Learn Underwater Photography: Personalized online mentoring for beginners and experienced shooters. Mentoring covers composition, lighting, camera settings, and post-processing techniques.
• Shark Cage Tour Photos: Professional photo and video coverage for shark cage dives, with GoPro clips, DSLR photos, or combo packages and digital delivery timelines communicated by the provider.
• Freediving: Private training, classes, and one-on-one sessions with photographic coverage and professional retouching options.
• Portraits: Two-hour underwater portrait sessions suitable for pool or ocean locations, with styling guidance and creative themes.
• Azores Photo Expedition: A six-day expedition focused on blue shark and devil ray encounters and scenic Atlantic dives.

Why Choose This Photographer

Clients looking for underwater photography near Imperial Beach will find options for both learning and documenting dives. Services emphasize practical coaching, gear recommendations, and image retouching. The combination of online mentoring and in-water shoots supports skill development and portfolio growth.

What to Expect

• Clear pre-trip communication about safety, logistics, and gear needs.
• Professional capture and post-processing of underwater images.
• Flexible session formats: online mentoring, private lessons, pool shoots, ocean dives, and multi-day expeditions.

Technical Focus Areas

• Exposure and white balance for underwater conditions
• Strobe and continuous lighting techniques
• Composition and movement in three-dimensional space
• Camera housings and lens selection for underwater use

Booking and Preparation

Prospective clients should review trip descriptions, availability, and prerequisites for specific experiences such as shark cage dives or Azores expeditions. Booking details, pricing, and sample galleries are provided by the photographer to set expectations and confirm logistics.

Locations and Deliverables

Based in Imperial Beach, California, the photographer operates locally and leads trips to other destinations, including the Azores. Deliverables may include high-resolution DSLR photos, GoPro clips, and professionally retouched images delivered digitally.

Safety and Professionalism

Safety briefings and skill assessments are part of the preparation for in-water sessions and expeditions. Coaching and instruction are integrated into portrait shoots and freediving sessions to help subjects perform and achieve specific visual goals.

Skill Levels and Courses

Programs accommodate all skill levels from first-time underwater shooters to advanced photographers building portfolios. Structured lesson plans adapt to goals: technical drills, creative composition, buoyancy control for models and subjects, and workflow for efficient image capture during limited bottom time.

Gear, Editing, and Delivery

Guidance covers camera housings, lens choices, strobes, and action cameras. Post-processing options include color correction, contrast and exposure adjustments, and final retouching. Deliverables are provided digitally, with file formats and delivery timelines confirmed during booking.

Sample Azores Itinerary

A typical six-day Azores expedition includes daily dives with blue shark and devil ray opportunities, shore briefings, and on-site image reviews to refine techniques between dives.

How to Book

Interested clients can request availability, detailed pricing, and sample galleries directly from the photographer. Confirming prerequisites and safety requirements before travel ensures a smoother expedition and session experience.

Contact and Accessibility

Booking inquiries include information about meeting points in Imperial Beach, transportation for offsite expeditions, and any accommodation recommendations. Accessibility options for pool shoots and specific mobility needs should be discussed at booking to tailor sessions and ensure comfort and safety. Details available upon request.