11.04.11 - Picturing the oceans



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Naked Scientists Special Editions show

Summary: When it comes to protecting the oceans, one of the greatest challenges is that they are out of sight and out of mind. The art of underwater photography is helping to bridge the gap between people and the oceans, giving us a reason to care. Helen Scales speaks with award-winning photojournalist Brian Skerry about his work in capturing the beauty of ocean life while at the same time revealing the problems the marine realm faces today. After thirty years photographing the oceans, he has seen a thing or two, and shares his experiences of the advancing technology of underwater photography.