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Comment on ZERO UNDERWATER, NUKUORO ATOLL by Koisimy Rudolph

Koisimy Rudolph — Tue, 15 May 2012 19:01:39 +0000

I am from Nukuoro and have written an Article about the plane that ran out of fueland landed in the lagoon on Nukuoro. I never knew he had two kids on Nukuoro. I am interested to do some research on it.

Comment on MANTA RAY by Kirtley Leigh Paine

Kirtley Leigh Paine — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 11:10:33 +0000

I am the underwater dive model featured in Irvin’s picture above. He was a great, colorful character and I loved getting to know him and diving with him. They don’t make divers like they used to! So its nice to see his pic posted here as a memory and legacy of Irvin’s career and underwater adventures.

I am a dive model since 2004 for UW photographer Bob Halstead. I think you know him, but you can check out lots of our photo collaborations as model/photographer on his new website-http:// http://www.halsteaddiving-dot-com

If you are interested in seeing more or even posting more pics here, I would be happy to email you a portfolio of images we did for a GBR promotion campaign. Just send me your contact details-thanks!

I absolutely love the underwater modelling, and take note of what you post here as the requirements to become a successful model under the sea. I agree with all you say, and also note that when we shoot images, we like to think of the relationship as a quartet of elements, all which must come together simultaneously to create that perfect image and give the viewer some sense of the wow factor.

These 4 elements are:
1. the skill, technique and vision of the photographer, both as a diver and photographer,
2. The technique, diving skill, positioning, cooperation, and quick assessment of a good shot and understanding of what the photographer wants by the model,
3. The critter/subject being photographed (but not harassing the animals in any way or moving subjects) and
4. The elements- i.e. currents, viz, accessibility of shot, depth, etc…

When this quartet comes together, the image is magic, or so we hope! I am passionate about the underwater realm and modelling there, and passionate to get beautiful images- art. I learn something on every dive!

In my land-life, I am a concert solo violinist. You can see/hear/watch me perform on my website!
http://www.paradiseconcerts-dot-com

Best Regards and maybe one day our paths will cross underwater!

Cheers
Leigh

Comment on LORD HOWE IS. RUNIC SHIPWRECK – MIDDLETON REEF by Dave Chapman

Dave Chapman — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 19:52:42 +0000

W.N.Hopkinson. many thanks posting we just bought a copy of this book on ebay Derek will be very happy to get a copy shaw savill magnificent seven ? yes

Comment on LORD HOWE IS. RUNIC SHIPWRECK – MIDDLETON REEF by Dave Chapman

Dave Chapman — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 19:43:04 +0000

if anyone knows of any more video footage of the runic please email me bookings@djgroovemachine.co.uk my father in law was one of the crew members when she went aground Derek Brian Ward he was the Electrical Officer and still lives in dover kent uk . many thanks Dave uk

Comment on LORD HOWE IS. RUNIC SHIPWRECK – MIDDLETON REEF by JH

JH — Sat, 29 Oct 2011 22:28:47 +0000

John Harding is copyright owner of most pictures in this blog. Leave a message here.

Comment on LORD HOWE IS. RUNIC SHIPWRECK – MIDDLETON REEF by Wallace Neil Hopkinson

Wallace Neil Hopkinson — Sat, 29 Oct 2011 03:00:41 +0000

I was an Officer Cadet on board “Runic” when we hit Middelton reef.I am Australian but now living in Myrtle Beach South Carolina USA..I am interested in purchasing a copy of the book co written by Mr Murray Robinson if that will be possible once it is published.
Thanking you in anticipation.
W.N.Hopkinson.

Comment on LORD HOWE IS. RUNIC SHIPWRECK – MIDDLETON REEF by JH

JH — Sun, 07 Aug 2011 04:29:10 +0000

Comment on LORD HOWE IS. RUNIC SHIPWRECK – MIDDLETON REEF by Murray Robinson

Murray Robinson — Sat, 06 Aug 2011 22:29:33 +0000

Hi,

Could you tell me where I could locate the copyright owner of that port-quarter 1971 view of the Runic wreck? I’ve co-written a book about the Runic and her sisters that is to be published this year, and it gives the account of the officers who were on watch the night she hit the reef, told by them for the first time.

Comment on ABALONE DIVERS – VICTORIA; SOUTH AUSTRALIA. by JH

JH — Wed, 03 Aug 2011 13:27:20 +0000

No they won’t get your message unless, by chance, they see this page sometime in the future. Try to find them using Facebook – failing that do a Google search. Rex was featured in the Port Lincoln Times recently so that should show up. Also look for their phone number via this address http://whitepages.com.au

Comment on ZERO UNDERWATER, NUKUORO ATOLL by JH

JH — Wed, 03 Aug 2011 13:24:55 +0000

There’s a heap of former Nukuoro people using Facebook. Gilara Dunning would be a good start. I’ll pass your email address and message to her. JH