The Sea Lions of Green Head

various photographers · Issue 27, Nov/Dec 2005 · pp. 33–36

Products mentioned: Nikon F100, Subal Housing, 16mm Fisheye Lens, 20mm wide angle lens, Sensia 100 ASA, Ilford Delta 100

Western Australia isn’t short of superb underwater experiences. Swimming with the sea lions of Green Head is certainly one of the most incredible and presents a unique opportunity for underwater photographers to get up close with these graceful, inquisitive and rare marine mammals. And the conditions are easy and safe too… In October 2003, I attended the annual Visions of the Sea underwater photography and film event in London. As well as exposing delegates to the work of many excellent underwater photographers, “Visions” can also act as a source of inspiration about the places visited by underwater photographers. One of the guest speakers described his time in Western Australia – it sounded interesting and varied. So much so that it inspired us to go there. It took until April 2005 to make the journey… Although Ningaloo Reef was an obvious attraction, we were also taken by the idea of t…