Take only pictures, leave only bubbles .... Digital Underwater Photography is the perfect way to capture the fun and excitement of exploring the underwater world. Taking this course at Jack’s Diving Locker gives you the opportunity to photograph the amazing marine life of Hawai’i such as moorish idols, raccoon butterfly fish, moray eels, or green sea turtles. Whether memorable snapshots or stunning photos, these digital images can be printed and framed or posted on the internet to share with friends. This course is primarily designed for today’s point and shoot cameras and gives you step-by-step instructions on preparation, basics of underwater shooting, and environmentally friendly diving practices. More advanced topics such as selecting composition, adjusting exposure, and understanding white balance will also be covered. Students will have a chance to download and critique photos with the instructor. The academics in this course are offered in a traditional format with manual OR with an on-line component through PADI called eLearning. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be awarded the PADI Digital Underwater Photographer Specialty.

(Download the pdf information sheet)

COST:
- $245 plus tax (includes tanks & weights)
- PADI Digital UW Photography Crew Pack $51.75 (w/disc.)
- Or PADI eLearning academic component $135

PREREQUISITES:
- Jr. Open Water Certification or higher
- Minimum age - 12 years old (age 10-11 instructor approval)

REGISTRATION:
– Call Jack’s Diving Locker at 1(800) 345-4807 or (808)
   329-7585 to make a reservation.
– Review Medical Statement prior to signing up - available at
   www.jacksdivinglocker.com under “Classes” tab. If you have a
   YES to a medical question, you will need to get a doctor’s
   approval before starting the course. Please call the shop for
   assistance.
– Complete Student Record File / Continuing Education Form
– Pick up course materials available at Jack’s Diving Locker
– 72 hour cancellation policy. Cancellations made 72 hours or
   more, no charge. 72 hours or less will result in a full charge.

WE PROVIDE:
– Instruction, Tanks, Weights

STUDENTS PROVIDE:
– Digital Underwater Camera ($55 per day rental)
– Log book and tables or eRDPml
– BCD, Regulator, Wetsuit (rental gear available)
– Mask, Snorkel, Fins (rental gear available)
– Dive watch or computer (computer rental available)
– All rental gear $8.50 per piece

TIME REQUIRED:
– One half day plus one full day
– Classroom, pool, two open water dives from the boat
– Sunset/Night charter option for Advanced Open Water certs

DAY 1 (10am - 2pm):
– Preparation: Complete student record folder
– Preparation: Read PADI Digital UW Photographer Manual
– Preparation: Fill out answers to Knowledge Reviews
– Shop: Check-in at Front Counter
– Classroom: Academic session and set up photos
– Pool: Practice taking photos
– Classroom: Download photos and critique

DAY 2 (8 am - 4 pm):
– Preparation: Set up camera
– Boat: Digital UW Photo Dive 1
   Basic underwater camera skills using automatic settings
– Boat: Digital UW Photo Dive 2
   Using white balance slate & manual settings on camera
– Classroom: Download pictures and review
– Classroom: Log dives, certification issued upon completion

DISCOUNTS:
- 10% off during and after the course, $5 off dive trips

MASTER SCUBA DIVER:
– This PADI Specialty certification can be used when applying
   for the PADI Master Scuba Diver, the highest PADI rating in
   non-professional diving. Divers must have certifications in
   Open Water, Advanced Open Water, Rescue, and 5 Specialties
   along with a minimum of 50 logged dives. Divers receiving this
   rating at Jack's Diving Locker will have their names engraved
   on a plaque in our shop honoring this achievement.

CANCELLATION POLICY: 72 hours notice needed or full charge

**If there are any questions that have been answered YES on your Medical form, you need to get a medical release from us for your doctor to sign before starting class.**