NYUPS is back — and we’re meeting again on Dec 2 at Fred’s in NYC!
I presented this Spiny Devilfish short film at our September meeting. December’s theme: Close Focus Wide Angle.
Come hang out, talk underwater photo & video, and get inspired.
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NYUPS Is Back — Spiny Devilfish
On September 30, 2025, NYUPS (New York Underwater Photographic Society) – the imaging arm of Big Apple Divers – held its first meetup since the pandemic pause, filling the back room at Fred’s on Amsterdam Ave. Hosted by Larry C., Mike R., Adam S., and myself (Hank), it was standing-room only. Around ten presenters shared their underwater images. Most were stills. The energy was exactly what you’d hope for. People were excited to talk only about underwater photography and videography.
My screening: Spiny Devilfish Courtship (Dauin, Philippines)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3QqCfP2QoVE
I presented a 2-minute short about Spiny Devilfish courtship. It was filmed in front of Atmosphere Dive Resort in Dauin, Negros Oriental, Philippines. It’s a quiet behavioral story – glances, approaches, rejection, persistence – ending in a tense, sandy flare-up. I shot these clips with a Gopro Hero 11
Gear: GoPro Hero 11 + Backscatter Action Cam Sharp Wide Lens
About NYUPS (and how to join in)
NYUPS is a NYC community for underwater shooters — monthly themed shares, friendly critique, and bite-sized talks. The next meeting is planned for late October 2025; the date will be posted on the NYUPS Facebook group.
Share a short video (≤2 min) or 5–10 photos and tell us what you want help with—color balance, macro focus, pacing, lighting… anything. Kindly follow the submission deadline so we can queue everything in advance.
Also, attendance is free. In appreciation for the venue, we ask each guests to order at least one food item and one drink.
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Big Apple Divers’ Splash into Bonaire
I kicked off the year with an explosion of color and underwater exploration! Joining my local dive club, Big Apple Divers, on a trip to the captivating island of Bonaire.
Below, you will find snapshots of our experiences, capturing the essence of our adventure and the Big Apple Divers’ spirit.
Bonaire, fondly nicknamed “Divers Paradise,” truly lives up to its name. With its crystal-clear turquoise waters, vibrant coral reefs teeming with life, and easily accessible shore diving sites, it’s a haven for divers of all levels.
Our days were filled with exhilarating underwater adventures. Some of our member took a Diver Propulsion Vehicle (DPV) course.
A underwater photographer taking a picture of a underwater photographer taking picture of an underwater photographer taking a picture of underwater photographers. LOL!
Taxi service for divers.
Many of Bonaire’s dive sites are available right from the shore, offering unparalleled freedom to explore the vibrant marine life at our own pace. And explore we did, with the average member of our club diving 3-4 times per day, and the more ambitious among us squeezing in a few more dives, driven by the sheer excitement and beauty of Bonaire’s underwater world.
As we explored the depths of Bonaire, each dive was a story in itself, a journey through vibrant coral gardens, past schools of colorful fish, and amidst the calm of the sea.
Dedicated diver attempting to capture a snapshots of an unforgettable adventure.
Our Bonaire trip wasn’t just a series of dives; it was a reminder of why we dive. It’s about the thrill of the unknown, the camaraderie forged with fellow divers, and the breathtaking beauty hidden beneath the surface.
One of our fantastic and fashionable Dive Masters!
New York Underwater Photographic Society (NYUPS)
Marine Life Close-Up: The Eyes Project
Life on the Ocean Floor – Dauin
Caribbean Reef Life in Tobago – Short Film for NYUPS
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