Nirupam Nigam is the Editor-in-Chief of the Underwater Photography Guide and the President of Bluewater Photo - the world's top underwater photo & video retailer. While growing up in Los Angeles he fell in love with the ocean and pursued underwater photography in the local Channel Islands. After receiving degrees in Aquatic and Fisheries Science and General Biology, as well as a minor in Arctic Studies, Nirupam worked as a fisheries observer on vessels in the Bering Sea and North Pacific. Since then, Nirupam has been a full time underwater photographer and photo gear head. Check out more of his photography at www.photosfromthesea.com!

Lynn Miner is a physicist and dive instructor trainer.  Originally NAUI certified in 1973, he is a PSS Instructor Trainer, PADI Master Instructor, HSA Course Director, DAN instructor Trainer and SDI/TDI Instructor.  He is the manufacturer of precision fluorescence dive gear under www.firedivegear.com.

Justin Lutsky is a published photographer, award winning filmmaker, and a seasoned dive professional with a passion and expertise in creating underwater imagery. Driven by a deep sense of adventure and exploration, Justin endeavors to tell stories, create stunning ocean-inspired art, and capture the most gorgeous aquatic environments imaginable through film and photography. Drawing from his combined experience in both film production and professional SCUBA diving, his work often features dramatic portraits of models and mythical creatures suspended in motion, weightless underwater. Justin currently resides in Southern California and travels world-wide for creative projects

Dan Mele is an underwater science photographer, filmmaker, and coral biologist based in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Dan's mission is to reshape perceptions of science and the scientists themselves, steering away from lab-centric stereotypes. His work amplifies research projects by engaging broader audiences, securing funding, and fostering collaborations with diverse science and conservation bodies.