Surrey Underwater Photographer
Creative Underwater Portraits
Hi, I’m Paul! I’ve been an underwater photographer for the last 20 yrs but more recently started to specialise in something very special, Underwater Portraiture. I am one of the very few underwater photographers in the UK that specialise in these special portraits.
These are shot in a swimming pool (not in a tank, like some others) with specialist lighting and equipment to ensure the finest quality and versatility on every photoshoot. I love to see movement in my work and not two shoots are ever the same.
Why would you want an underwater photoshoot? Are you looking for something different to a traditional Maternity Photoshoot? Getting married? or just that you are looking great and want to celebrate a special time in your life?
Underwater portraits aren’t just pictures, they are works of art with you at the very centre, why not treat yourself to something special, lets face it how many of your friends have a picture like these hanging on their wall.
The best decision I ever made was doing an underwater maternity photoshoot with Paul. I feel incredibly lucky that someone in UK offers this type of photography. Paul’s aesthetics and taste make the photos look out of this world. He’s a true gentleman who makes you feel comfortable throughout the entire process. Every penny spent is justified by the huge effort he puts into the shoot, including having assistance, scuba diving equipment, lighting, renting the pool and using top photography gear. Thank you!
Our relationship starts long before we get in the water, we will have discussed what you want to achieve from the shoot and the sort of style that you like.
The photoshoot takes place in a private pool in Surrey although if you have your own swimming pool we can discuss having the underwater photoshoot at yours!
On the day before we get in the water we go through some basics of posing and breathing so that you will look nice and relaxed and confident during the session.
I have a growing number of outfits for people to choose from which I call my ‘Dress Up’ box which has some lovely dresses, satin material, plus flower crowns. So plenty of choice! I still encourage clients to bring their own choices too.
The sessions themselves are either 1-1’s or small group sessions. Either way you’ll be given plenty of time to have a breather and change outfits. Normally you are only underwater for about an hour in total, but your whole session will be much longer due to your recovery time between sets.
Each set is around 15 minutes, we talk about the pose that I am looking for (communication underwater is a bit tricky!) and then I submerge. You don’t need to be underwater long 5 – 10 seconds is more than enough.
I will, wherever possible, show you the back of the camera so you can see your progress.
Afterwards you will receive your online gallery to peruse the pictures. This is very much just the starting point towards the finished article!
The edits take around 7 days to complete and we can discuss what options you would like for delivery of your work of art.
Maternity Photography
So this is very different to almost all maternity photographers, what better way to celebrate such a special event in your life than to have a beautiful piece of art adorning your walls of something that you will cherish forever.
*Please note that for safety reasons all Underwater Maternity Photoshoots are conducted on a one to one basis only*
These photoshoots are a much more relaxed pace, so you have time to enjoy the experience and ease yourself in gently. I always recommend that you take time between each set just to chill before coming back in.
Also if your partner wishes to join you for the ultimate maternity couples shoot then I am more than happy for this to happen (but please let me know in advance). If this isnt your first child then maybe you have a water baby in the family already! These arent like the shots you get at many of the babies & mum’s swim lessons, these are something extra special.
Underwater Wedding Photography
Have you just got married or have just got engaged and are looking for something extra special to commemorate this?
I have several wedding dresses that you are welcome to use, YES you dont have to ruin your own dress to achieve these magical shots.
*Please note that for safety reasons all couples photoshoots are conducted on a one to one basis only*
If you would also like some artificial flowers to be made up to enhance the shots further then this can be arranged with an additional charge.
*Swim Schools or Baby/Toddler Swimming Classes*
If you are looking for a photographer to take underwater photos for your swim school or have baby swim classes and want to provide this service for your parents to buy, then please get in contact to discuss what opportunities I can provide for you and your business.
Honestly lost for words with how incredible Paul Dale Photography is. Beyond grateful for how patient Paul was with us from beginning til end and made the underwater maternity shoot such a memorable experience. The pictures came out absolutely stunning and we are just beyond happy. Couldn’t have a maternity shoot with my first as it was during lockdown and this beautiful experience totally made up for it.
Everything is very straightforward and Paul is great with directing you as to how you should pose and move around in the water. You’ll have more than plenty of time for your session as it definitely took me a little getting used to it, but nonetheless the pics came out stunning. For those that are a bit worried or anxious trust me you don’t have to be a swimmer as you can stand in the water and there is also an incredible rescue diver always right next to you.
Thank you thank you thank you so so much for this memorable experience Paul. Something we will always remember and cherish as a family.
Made it this far? now is the exciting bit, just choose what type of session you want and then add in the photo package you want to accompany it. Once you’ve made those decisions then you just need to contact me about your underwater photoshoot and arrange a date 🙂
Small Group
Great for a couple of friends or to keep costs down- Minimum 2 People- Maximum 3 People
- 4 x 15 min sessions
- Multiple changes in sets & outfits
- Online Gallery to choose your edits
- Please note this does not include images you will need to choose your image package that suits you best, from below.
One to One
Great if you just want to indulge yourself or Maternity Session- This is a two hour session with just you and I in the pool
- No limit to the number or timing to the sessions
- Online gallery with 1-1 consultation to choose your favourite images
- Please note your images are not included in this price, you will need to choose the image package that best suits you from the collections below.
**Once you have chosen if you would like a Small Group session or a One to One (Please note maternity photoshoots are only done on a one to one basis) , then choose your picture collection from below.**
Silver Collection
- 5 Fully edited pictures of your choice
- Delivered to you by secure digital download
- Additional edits £40
Gold collection
- 5 Fully edited files
- These are beautifully printed on premium paper for a spectacular looking finish on either Fuji Flex or Hahnemuhle PhotoRag depending on the look that you want (I can advise you the best one to go for)
- Pictures will be presented on 5mm Foamboard so that they can be put straight on the wall.
- These will be sized :- Three 5″ x 6.5″ & Two 10″ x 8″ (Digitals included)
- Additional edits £35 (digital only – prints extra)
Platinum Collection
- Additional two edits (so you now have 7 to choose!)
- Prints are now upgraded to the following:
- Six 5″ x 6.5″ prints mounted to 5mm Foamboard plus one 15″ x 12″
- £100 credit towards wall art of your favorite picture mounted on acryllic or framed.
- Additional edits £30 (digital only – prints extra)
Have some more questions about an Underwater photoshoot?
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