About Me For over five decades, the ocean has been my home, my workplace, and my greatest source of inspiration. As a lifelong mariner, professional diver, scuba instructor, and dedicated surfer, my connection to the sea runs deep. Photography is the natural extension of this bond—a medium through which I invite viewers directly into my world, both above and below the surface. My work focuses on the fluid interplay of light through water, the architecture of breaking waves, human interaction with the marine environment, and the energy of ocean sports. Having spent a lifetime immersed in the elements, I approach photography not merely as an outside observer, but from within the water itself—capturing intimate, authentic perspectives that only decades of maritime experience can offer. Education & Craft My practical experience at sea is paired with formal artistic training. I earned a professional certificate in photography from WIZO College of Design in Haifa, where I refined my technical expertise and composition skills. Combining academic rigor with specialized underwater housing setups and active oceanography awareness, I focus on capturing precise light refraction, high-speed wave dynamics, and atmospheric coastal scenes with gallery-grade clarity. Key Creative Themes • Light Refraction & Subsurface Perspective: Exploring how sunlight bends and transforms underwater, creating serene and abstract compositions beneath the waves. • Wave Formations & Ocean Dynamics: Documenting the geometry, power, and movement of waves from an in-water point of view. • Human Activity & Marine Sports: Capturing seamanship, surfing, diving, and the unique relationship between people and the sea. • General Ocean & Coastal Photography: Evocative marine landscapes that highlight the vastness and atmosphere of the coast. Creative Philosophy "To photograph the ocean, you must first understand its rhythm." Every frame I create reflects fifty years of reading currents, anticipating swells, and respecting the water. My goal is to bridge the gap between the shore and the deep, bringing viewers face-to-face with the magic and beauty of the marine realm as seen through the eyes of an active ocean insider.