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Shooting Underwater: The Art of Underwater Photography 

TUES 11 MARCH
3:30PM AEDT

Dive into the world of underwater photography with a panel of leading photographers and filmmakers. 
From cinematic storytelling to conservation-driven imagery, these visual storytellers will reveal the artistry, technical challenges, and innovative techniques behind their work, and the challenges of filming beneath the waves to capture the ocean’s hidden wonders. 

Whether you’re an aspiring photographer, a professional, or a passionate ocean advocate, this conversation will take you beneath the surface with a panel of acclaimed photographers and filmmakers who have dedicated their careers to capturing the mysteries of the deep.  

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Speakers:

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Nays Baghai 

An award-winning Australian independent filmmaker and underwater cameraman.

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Franck Gazzola 

As an underwater photographer and free diver Franck has won multiple awards for his photography work and is regularly published by some of the most prestigious international media. He also works today as a documentary filmmaker for some major TV channels internationally.

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Julia Wheeler 

Renowned free diver and underwater explorer.

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Tom Park

Tom Park is an accomplished underwater cinematographer and director, with over a decade of experience working in the underwater film industry.

Ross Long (moderator)
 

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6 - 16 March 2025

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Bangalow Film Festival is held on the lands of the Bundjalung Arakwal people of the Bundjalung nation.

We acknowledge these custodians, and the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia. We pay our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, and to Elders both past and present.

We recognise the continuing connection to lands, waters, skies, communities and stories. 

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