Under Exposures

08/20/2025

BACKSCATTER is going back to Cuba!

Join Berkley White and Adobe Lightroom expert Erin Quigley on an underwater photo adventure in the famous Jardines de la Reina (Gardens of the Queen) Cuba.

Cuba has become one of our favorite places to shoot the abundant marine life on the healthiest reefs we’ve ever seen in the Caribbean.

This will be our 6th trip to the Garden of the Queen, and we feel one week just isn’t enough for this special place.

This year, we are doing two full weeks with 13 days of diving!

Designated a national park by the Cuban Government in 1996, the archipelago is carefully regulated to maintain the spectacular habitat.
Less than 60 divers per week are permitted to visit the area.
It is widely regarded as one of the Caribbean’s most amazing dive destinations.

Many researchers consider the area a model of what unspoiled coral and mangrove environments look like.
Closed to fishing for decades, it is one of the most densely populated wildlife areas left in the Caribbean.

You will see a plethora of adult fish, sharks, snappers and groupers.
The goliath groupers that inhabit this area are some of the largest in the world, growing over 400 lbs.
Sharks are plentiful as well. Divers can spot silkies, reef, lemon, blacktip and nurse sharks on a single dive.

Cuba is renowned for its large fish but also saltwater crocodiles in the vast mangrove forests.

Don’t worry if this is your first time diving with sharks and crocs. We’ll sort you out.
Our trip will maximize photography with sharks and crocs at the best time of day and help all skill levels to learn how to swim with large reptiles and fish.
Our guides are professionals and we’ll coach you through it.
Bring your wide lenses and prepare to be amazed!

The Liveaboard is spacious and comfortable with a rooftop bar and hot tub to wind down after an epic day of diving.

You will also get the incredible opportunity to experience the rich culture of Cuba before diving begins.
Cruise around Havana in a American classic 1950’s car, marvel at the Spanish architecture and enjoy the ride.

Spots are limited! Comment CUBA for more info.
Or visit https://underexposures.com/garden-of-the-queens-cuba-jardines-avalon-ii-2026/ to reserve your spot today!

05/27/2025

Mad for mangroves? 🌳🌱💚
Then the miles of protected mangrove forests in Cuba will blow your mind 🤯

Shallow enough to snorkel or scuba and shoot.

Dense enough to spread out and have an entire grove to yourself.

Step into a peaceful world where attributes of sea, river and forest combine to form an ecological masterpiece ✨

Join us on ’s next photography expedition to Cuba this January 2026!

Spots are still available but filling quick! Save your spot today 👇

https://www.backscatter.com/reviews/post/Jardines-de-la-Reina-Cuba-Underwater-Photography-Trip-2026

05/26/2025

Under Exposures is BACKSCATTERS official travel company 🌎

Join this photography expedition with founder Berkley White and ADOBE Ace of GOASKERIN Erin Quigley on an epic adventure to discover the beauty of Cuba’s Marine Sanctuary, Jardines De La Reina 👑

Spots are still available for our upcoming trip in January 2026. Trust us, you do not want to miss this!

Caribbean reef sharks, silky sharks, crocodiles, healthy reefs and mangroves. Not to mention a spacious liveaboard with an amazing crew, hot tub, and delicious food. You will also have the opportunity to experience the amazing Cuban culture 🇨🇺

Save your spot today. Go to the link below or visit us at underexposures.com or backscatter.com

https://www.backscatter.com/reviews/post/Jardines-de-la-Reina-Cuba-Underwater-Photography-Trip-2026

Backscatter Underwater Video & Photo

02/03/2022

The Hope Spot designation highlights Laamu’s unique marine ecosystems and benefits they provide, along with the conservation work done by Six Senses Laamu…

01/21/2022

Join Backscatter CEO Jim Decker and Adobe Lightroom expert Erin Quigley on a unique photo expedition to the Socorro Islands aboard the luxury liveaboard dive boat Nautilus Explorer.

Photograph Giant Pacific manta rays, numerous species of sharks, bottlenose dolphins, schooling jacks, and more. Jim and Erin will be on hand to assist with UW photo techniques, offer technical support, and teach post-production workflow in Adobe Lightroom. Additionally, we are reducing the number of divers to get a smaller group feel and open up more single occupancy cabins.

Trip details & reservations: https://underexposures.com/socorro-islands-mexico-nautilus-explorer-march-23-31-2022/

11/12/2021

Join us in January for back-to-back immersive workshops on Bonaire! All trip details and booking info at the link: https://bit.ly/Bonaire2022

06/09/2021

Join Backscatter owner and founder Berkley White on a unique photo expedition to the Galapagos Islands aboard the luxury live-aboard dive boat Galapagos Sky.

Gently swept by the waters of three major oceanic currents, the Galapagos Islands provide a stunning range of extraordinary diving encounters for divers.
Schooling hammerheads, giant whale sharks, rays of all shapes and colors, turtles, huge schools of fish, fur seals, and astounding marine life diversity are just some of the riveting attractions of the Galapagos – a destination many divers feel is “the best in the world”.

To learn more and reserve your spot, just follow the link: https://www.backscatter.com/reviews/post/Galapagos-Islands-Galapagos-Sky-Underwater-Photo-Trip

05/27/2021

With more destinations becoming available to dive once again, we are ready to pack our gear and get out there! Are you ready to join us?

GREAT WHITE SHARK UNDERWATER PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP | SEPTEMBER 14-19, 2021

Join Jim Decker and Adobe Lightroom expert Erin Quigley on a unique photo expedition to Guadalupe Island to photograph Great White Sharks aboard the luxury liveaboard dive boat Nautilus Explorer.

White shark encounters at Guadalupe Island are nothing short of spectacular. It’s simply the best destination in the world for calm clear water and consistently high probability of multiple shark encounters per day.

Jim and Erin will be on board and in the water with you to assist with underwater photo techniques, offer technical support, and teach post-production workflow in Adobe Lightroom. Nightly image critiques will give you immediate feedback on the day’s images. Seminars throughout the trip will cover shark-specific shooting techniques such as:

- Focus
- Exposure
- Lighting
- Avoiding backscatter
- Composition

In addition to shooting techniques, Erin will be teaching you the best ways to edit and enhance your images using Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop. Topics include:

- White Balance and Color Correction
- Neutralizing Ambient Light
- Optimizing the color of the water
- Backscatter Removal
- Object Removal
- Selective Sharpening
- Black and White Conversion
- Adjusting your Lighting in Post

We are happy to help with and all travel logistics and details. All you need to do is say "I'm in!"

Follow the link to learn more and reserve your spot on this epic adventure: https://underexposures.com/great-white-shark-underwater-photography-workshop-guadalupe-island-nautilus-explorer-september-14-19-2021/

09/19/2019

Lembeh Resort's new Photo Center is officially opened and becomes the first official Backscatter authorized Photo Center in the world.

10/01/2018

Warm-Up Week - June 15-22, 2019
Shootout Week - June 22-29, 2019
https://underexposures.com/join-us-at-the-2019-digital-shootout/

If you want to improve your underwater photography in a supportive environment, this is the workshop for you! JOIN US!
https://underexposures.com/join-us-at-the-2019-digital-shootout/

JOIN US!
Warm-Up Week - June 15-22, 2019
Shootout Week - June 22-29, 2019
https://underexposures.com/join-us-at-the-2019-digital-shootout/

Little Cayman is renowned for its spectacular diving in the Bloody Bay Marine Park. The Little Cayman Beach Resort is known for its valet service and spectacular accommodations. Combine that with the world's best underwater photography learning event led by the industry's top pros. That's what the Digital Shootout is all about!
https://underexposures.com/join-us-at-the-2019-digital-shootout/

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Backscatter Underwater Video & Photo

09/06/2018

Our good friend, pro underwater photographer Marty Snyderman, has some important advice on how to become a better underwater photographer. Read his article!

Underwater Photography’s Most Under Appreciated Skill August 10, 2018Travel BlogThe two main images I am going to discuss in this blog were created in significantly different settings with different camera systems. The shot of the wunderpus octopus (aka wonderpus) on the sand was created on a nigh...