Our bags are packed. In a few days we will be jetting to Sorong, West Papua on the eastern fringes of Indonesia. In underwater photography circles, the Raja Ampat archipelago is the place to be right now in terms of coral reef photography. We have chartered the beautiful Seven Seas live-aboard diving boat for two weeks and are looking forward to diving with friends from around the world. Check back with us in March to see the new photo coverage. We already have a very strong collection of images from Indonesia- Bali, Komodo, Sulawesi, and other hotspots- and we're looking forward to adding dramatic and creative new underwater imagery from Raja.
We invite you to view a slideshow of photos from our last Indonesia expedition on the Seven Seas .
If you'd like to join us on future scuba trips, please let us know. Exciting upcoming charters include the Galapagos Islands, Socorro (The Revillagigedos) off Baja Mexico, perhaps humpback whales, and more.
All the best,
Brandon and Melissa Cole
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Sunday, January 24, 2010
Thursday, January 7, 2010
NATIONAL WILDLIFE FEDERATION PANEL OF PHOTO PROS
We are honored by the invitation to join the National Wildlife Federation's panel of photo pros. Visit their popular PhotoZone web feature to ask us questions about photography, digital workflow, gear, nature and wildlife photo hot spots, our specialty underwater imaging, and more. The first question posed to us: Our New Year's photo resolutions!
NWF publishes "National Wildlife" and "Ranger Rick" magazines, two of the top nature and wildlife magazines in the world. We're always delighted to have our marine pictures published in them.
Thanks to the NWF team!
NWF publishes "National Wildlife" and "Ranger Rick" magazines, two of the top nature and wildlife magazines in the world. We're always delighted to have our marine pictures published in them.
Thanks to the NWF team!
Wednesday, December 23, 2009
FIRST PLACE IN NATIONAL WILDLIFE PHOTO CONTEST
We are pleased to announce that our split level photo of spawning sockeye salmon was awarded First Place in the 39th annual National Wildlife Federation photo contest.
We have a strong collection of high resolution images of endangered Pacific salmon, including all five species. To see more of our photos, click here.
Happy Holidays!
We have a strong collection of high resolution images of endangered Pacific salmon, including all five species. To see more of our photos, click here.
Happy Holidays!
Tuesday, December 8, 2009
OCEAN ACIDIFICATION
Our marine photos of humpback whales, sea turtles, sharks, and bluefin tuna have been included in a new film produced by NRDC (The Natural Resources Defense Council) titled "Acid Test". Take a look at www.acidtestmovie.com
We are proud to have contributed to this powerful presentation on the only recently acknowledged environmental issue of how our oceans are becoming more acidic due to increased carbon dioxide levels. This increased acidity has profound negative effects on shell-building creatures such as snails, crustaceans (crabs, lobsters, shrimp and other commercially valuable shellfish), and even coral reefs.
e: brandoncole@msn.com
w: www.brandoncole.com
t: 509-535-3489
We are proud to have contributed to this powerful presentation on the only recently acknowledged environmental issue of how our oceans are becoming more acidic due to increased carbon dioxide levels. This increased acidity has profound negative effects on shell-building creatures such as snails, crustaceans (crabs, lobsters, shrimp and other commercially valuable shellfish), and even coral reefs.
e: brandoncole@msn.com
w: www.brandoncole.com
t: 509-535-3489
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
BRYDE'S WHALES FEEDING ON BAITBALLS
Earlier I reported on our very successful marlin shoot. But I did not mention that in addition to striped marlin, I also was fortunate enough to capture some of the most dramatic underwater feeding shots of Bryde's Whales (Balaenoptera brydei) in the world today. I wish I could say that these pictures of this unusal rorqual whale resulted from careful research, but that would be a lie. I had absolutely no idea that these baleen whales were going to show up to crash the marlin party. I was simply in the right place at the right time. Lady Luck deserves much of the credit this time. Anyhow, it was quite the experience to have to dodge the rapier-like bills of fiesty marlin AND twenty tons of blubber at the same time. The National Geographic Magazine has just published two of the images in the October 2009 issue, and I can finally post my collection on my web site. Photos here: ( link )
Sunday, October 18, 2009
BRYDE'S WHALES PHOTOS IN NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC MAGAZINE
We're pleased to announce that two of our new Bryde's Whale underwater photos from Mexico have just been published in the National Geographic Magazine, October 2009 issue, as double page spreads in a feature titled "In Hot Pursuit." Both shots show 35 foot long whales on the hunt, zeroing in on a baitball of sardines also being targeted by marlin and sea lions.
Dramatic pictures of this elusive baleen whale species are very rare. We are among the first in the world to capture their feeding behavior underwater. A collection of dramatic photos have been posted to our web site .
Dramatic pictures of this elusive baleen whale species are very rare. We are among the first in the world to capture their feeding behavior underwater. A collection of dramatic photos have been posted to our web site .
Thursday, September 3, 2009
SLIDESHOW OF NEW MANGROVE PHOTOGRAPHS
We've built a Flash slideshow of our new mangrove images.
Mangroves are that tangle of shrubbery at ocean's edge, lining tropical coastlines throughout much of the world. At first glance, the tangle may be one's only impression, but this often overlooked marine habitat is much more. Indeed, mangroves are vital for a healthy ocean and the people who live nearby. They act as natural breakwaters providing a buffer between coastal communities and wave-borne storms. Mangroves are home to a diverse throng of birds, fishes and invertebrates. They are critical nursery grounds to many commercially valuable seafood species.
But all is not well in this verdant ecosystem. Around the globe, mangroves are under attack and disappearing at an alarming rate. High-rise condos and sprawling oceanfront developments see mangroves as prime real estate. Garbage collects in the buttress-like roots of mangrove trees and pollutants seep into the sediments. Shrimp farms and other aquaculture enterprises all too often transform mangrove wildlife sanctuaries into ecological nightmares.
Pictures of man's impact on the mangrove habitat.
Photos of marine biologists conducting research on lemon sharks in the mangroves.
Brandon Cole Marine Photography imagery is born of the world's oceans–colorful and creative, dramatic and effective. A top specialist in his field, Cole brings you a comprehensive collection of whales, dolphins, sharks, fish and invertebrates, scuba divers and many other subjects above and beneath the waves. Knowledgeable staff delivers personal, professional service to editorial and advertising clients worldwide. Keyword searchable website.
e: brandoncole@msn.com
w: www.brandoncole.com
t: 509-535-3489
Mangroves are that tangle of shrubbery at ocean's edge, lining tropical coastlines throughout much of the world. At first glance, the tangle may be one's only impression, but this often overlooked marine habitat is much more. Indeed, mangroves are vital for a healthy ocean and the people who live nearby. They act as natural breakwaters providing a buffer between coastal communities and wave-borne storms. Mangroves are home to a diverse throng of birds, fishes and invertebrates. They are critical nursery grounds to many commercially valuable seafood species.
But all is not well in this verdant ecosystem. Around the globe, mangroves are under attack and disappearing at an alarming rate. High-rise condos and sprawling oceanfront developments see mangroves as prime real estate. Garbage collects in the buttress-like roots of mangrove trees and pollutants seep into the sediments. Shrimp farms and other aquaculture enterprises all too often transform mangrove wildlife sanctuaries into ecological nightmares.
Pictures of man's impact on the mangrove habitat.
Photos of marine biologists conducting research on lemon sharks in the mangroves.
Brandon Cole Marine Photography imagery is born of the world's oceans–colorful and creative, dramatic and effective. A top specialist in his field, Cole brings you a comprehensive collection of whales, dolphins, sharks, fish and invertebrates, scuba divers and many other subjects above and beneath the waves. Knowledgeable staff delivers personal, professional service to editorial and advertising clients worldwide. Keyword searchable website.
e: brandoncole@msn.com
w: www.brandoncole.com
t: 509-535-3489
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