The Six Most Common Mistakes New Underwater Photographers Make (And How to Avoid Them)
Most new underwater photographers think the key is buying the right lens.
The real mistakes? Skipping safety, fighting the ocean, overcomplicating posing, and neglecting the edit.
I wrote about the six most common mistakes I see—and how to avoid them.
The Mammalian Dive Reflex: Why We’re All Born to Breathe Deep and Dive In
Discover how the mammalian dive reflex boosts calm, focus, and wellbeing. Learn why everyone benefits from breathwork and time underwater.
Beginner’s Guide to the Best Entry-Level Underwater Camera
Compare action cams with the OM System TG-7 to find the best beginner underwater camera for portraits, ocean adventures, and content creation.
🌊 A Moment Captured: Finalist in Capture Magazine’s “Top Emerging Australian Photographer Awards”
Award-Winning Underwater Photographer – Capture Magazine Finalist
Katie Jackson of One Breath Creative has been named a finalist in Capture magazine’s 2025 Australia's Top Emerging Photographers awards, recognised in the Single Shot category for her emotive underwater portraiture. Blending freediving skills with storytelling, Katie creates transformative ocean photography experiences for individuals, brands, and families who crave authenticity and connection.
Essential Gear for Underwater Photography Shoots: What I Use and Why It Matters
Discover the essential gear I use for underwater photography, including camera bodies, lenses, housings, and freediving equipment. Learn how the right tools ensure safety, experience and creativity in every ocean shoot.
🧠 How Water Heals: The Science Behind Blue Mind and the Mammalian Dive Reflex
Discover how underwater photography supports emotional and physical wellbeing through Blue Mind science and the Mammalian Dive Reflex—two powerful concepts behind every underwater shoot at One Breath Creative.
Streamline Your Edits + Amplify Your Art: Why I Created Underwater Adobe Lightroom Presets for Photographers
Enhance your underwater photography with professional Adobe Lightroom presets designed by a trained freediver and ocean photographer. These presets streamline your editing workflow, correct underwater colour distortion and deliver stunning, consistent results; perfect for surf, freedive and ocean lifestyle images. Ideal for photographers looking to save time and elevate their visual storytelling.
🌊 5 Actions You Can Take to Help Protect Our Oceans on World Ocean Day- from an Australian Underwater Photographer
One Breath Creative Nominated for Central Coast Visitor Economy Award
I’m honoured to share that One Breath Creative has been nominated for Most Outstanding Outdoor Experience in this year’s Central Coast Visitor Economy Awards! 🐋💙
The Central Coast Visitor Economy Awards are an annual celebration recognising excellence across the region’s tourism and hospitality sectors. Organised by Business NSW in partnership with the Gosford Erina Business Chamber and Central Coast Council, the awards spotlight outstanding businesses and individuals driving tourism success. Finalists present their achievements live at the Regional Showcase Day, fostering innovation and regional pride. Categories range from Sustainable Tourism to Luxury Escapes, highlighting the diverse offerings that make the Central Coast a premier destination.
A Salty Celebration: Photographing Olympic Artistic Swimmer, Zoe Poulis, dancing among Green Sea Turtles
One Breath Creative’s images feature on the front cover of the winter edition of luxury lifestyle mag- Salty Magazine. The images accompany an interview with Olympic Artistic Swimmer, Zoe Poulis on her connection with water.
I saw my first whale of the season!
The great humpback whale migration has started on the east coast of NSW. Head out to a lookout in Sydney or the Central Coast to watch these incredible mammals head north for winter, or jump on a boat with a local whale watching tour operator to see them up close.
Santa on the beach Central Coast 2024
Winter Midweek Minis
15 Minute mini photoshoots available between Monday to Wednesday on the Central Coast only. Budget friendly- perfect for quick family snaps, couples, announcements, head shots or maternity.
Heated Pool is back for Winter!
Heated pool underwater photography sessions ar a great opportunity to get creative in a safe and pleasurable environment to create unique art to remember this special season of your life.
Mothers Day Mermaid Minis
Mothers Day Mermaid Minis- sand to surf sessions for the ocean dwellers
Playing in Puddles
The epic new feature on Central Coast local families guide “Playing in Puddles”.
Christmas Minis- Holgate
Celebrate Christmas 2023 capturing memories with your family at the stunning location of Firescreek Winery in Holgate on the Central Coast of NSW.
CHRISTMAS 2023
Christmas 2023 Kulnura Christmas Tree Farm
Sunday 19 November 2023
$180- 10 minutes- all images included
times starting from 4pm
$100 non refundable booking fee (transferable to another shoot or gift voucher), full payment due by the end of October 2023
Booking link;
https://book.usesession.com/s/FLzJ3dk-G
Heated pool underwater photography sessions 🧜♀️
Exciting local Central Coast collaboration this winter between Dear Juniper Photography and The Gym at Forries- offering underwater photography sessions in the heated hydrotherapy pool. The pool is heated to balmy 32 degrees, a temperature safe for pregnancy and a blissful experience for clients.
Being immersed in water benefits our bodies and minds. Being in such a relaxed state is a perfect opportunity to capture and celebrate your uniqueness in the form art! 🧜♀️📸
Take advantage of this unique photographic portrait experience this winter.
Mother’s Day minis are live ⚡️
Mothers Day Minis are Live⚡️