A conversation with… Martin Edge

Alex Mustard · Issue 51, Nov/Dec 2009 · pp. 42–45

Products mentioned: The Underwater Photographer (4th Edition), Nikonos III, Oceanic 2000 flashgun, Subawider wide angle lens, Oceanic 2003 strobe

I am fortunate to meet many underwater photographers on my travels and the conversations we have shared continue to help my photography improve. The more views and opinions I am exposed to, the more I learn and the wider my knowledge base. My aim in this series of articles is to share these chats with a wider audience. My victim this month is Martin Edge. Martin is considered the master of teaching underwater photography who has helped countless photographers not just grasp the basics, but excel all the way to the top. His book, The Underwater Photographer, published by Focal Press, is widely regarded as THE reference for underwater photographers combining simple to follow explanations, real world advice and a detailed coverage of the subject. With the brand new, completely re- written 4th Edition being released imminently, I was keen to quiz Martin about the new book, but I was also int…