Photo Tags : underwater : Photo

Judges Comment

This is a very strong image with too much editing work done on the eyes. It is a shame, as it is an excellent and very strong image in so many ways without additional help. Strong enough to get a Mark of Excellence despite the editing.

Photographers Comment

Great Photos Everyone! What an honor to be among your ranks. I'm Red Morgan... Live in West Palm Beach, Florida. I shot this photo on assignment for the Miami Herald many years ago. I wanted to do a swimming class for young children but from a unique view. I decided the best view would be from under the water while the children learned. ALL of the kids kept their eyes open while underwater. It really suprised me. Shot with a Nikon F & 24mm lens in a Ikelite UW housing on Tri-X film. Scanned the negative with a Nikon Coolscan 4000. Red Morgan