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Ocean Art 2023 Contest with over $110,000 in prizes
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Ocean Art 2023 UW Photography Contest
Wetpixel Underwater Drama Surfaces
Baby Shark Trapped in Glove
DEEP’s Underwater Base Open in 2027
Jill Heinerth to Receive Honorary Doctorate
Ocean Art 2023
Underwater Photography Guide is making waves again with the Ocean Art 2023 contest. Boasting 14 categories—from "Wide-Angle" to "Underwater Digital Art" — this contest is your ticket to underwater fame. And speaking of fame, big names like CNN, National Geographic, and the Washington Post have been all over this in the past. With over $110,000 USD in prizes up for grabs and 35 sponsors backing the show, this isn't just any deep-sea shoot. Ready to be part of the underwater elite? Dive deep, snap that ethereal shot, and who knows? Maybe your pic will be the next to grace the pages of Nat Geo. 📸🐠

Image: Underwater Photography Guide
We recommend visiting the Underwater Photography Guide's official website for a detailed breakdown of categories, submission guidelines, and prizes.
Wetpixel Owner Accused Of Withholding Payments
Adam Hanlon, the big fish behind Wetpixel, finds himself in deep waters. Word on the ocean floor is that Hanlon's facing accusations of holding back payments, and it's all tangled up with health concerns. DeeperBlue.com dives into the murky details of this underwater saga, uncovering what's really going on beneath the surface. Whether you're a fan of oceanic photography or just here for the drama, this story's making waves.
Couple Rescues Baby Shark Stuck in Glove

Photo taken by Debra Dauphinais
When a scuba-diving duo off Rhode Island stumbled upon a baby shark with its fate sealed in a work glove, they didn't just swim by. This dynamic underwater couple turned marine heroes, saving the little-finned fellow from a tight (and quite unusual) predicament.
While the ocean's mysteries are vast, sometimes it's the smaller stories that make the biggest splash. Hats (or should we say gloves?) off to these divers for keeping the seas safe, one baby shark at a time. 🌊👏
DEEP’s underwater habitat open to the public by 2027
Hello from DEEP HQ! Today, we emerge from stealth and over the next few weeks we’ll be sharing more of what we have in store for the world of marine technology and underwater exploration.
We’re especially thrilled to share more about our groundbreaking Sentinel system!
— DEEP (@UnumSumusMare)
9:47 AM • Sep 4, 2023
Ever fancied a month-long deep-sea staycation? 🐠 DEEP's got you covered. This leading research org just dropped plans for 'Sentinel', a modular underwater crib set to redefine oceanic living. Slated for a 2027 public debut, Sentinel lets scientists (or brave souls) chill at 200 meters deep for up to 28 days. It's Airbnb meets Aquaman, and it's revolutionizing how we see the deep blue.
Deep-Sea Explorer Jill Heinerth to Receive First Honorary Doctorate
Our favorite deep-sea legend, Jill Heinerth, just added another feather to her cap. Victoria University is awarding her an honorary doctorate, recognizing her unparalleled contributions from the frigid depths of Antarctica to the mysterious blue holes. With books, documentaries, and a spirit that's explored places even the moon hasn't seen (yeah, James Cameron said that!), it's just another day in the life for Jill. Here's to diving deeper and achieving more!
P.S. To all the new people that joined today… Welcome aboard, bathrooms are on the left. Feel free to hit reply and let me know what you think of this!
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