BIO | OceanShutter

About OceanShutter

OceanShutter is a website that provides stunning underwater imagery through both video and still photography. It was created in 2013 by Dustin and Tyra Adamson. The husband and wife team form a unique combination to provide high quality video and still image photography. They are both passionate about capturing the beauty of the ocean and sharing it with the world. Whether you're an avid scuba diver, marine biologist, or just love the ocean, OceanShutter has something for you. Feel free to explore the site and get lost in the wonder of the ocean.

We're excited to share our passion with you and can't wait to dive deeper into the world of underwater imagery.

Dustin Adamson

Based in land locked Utah USA, Dustin was certified to scuba dive when he was 17 years old. It wasn't until then that he gained interest in the Ocean and all of the wonders it offers. Having never swam in the ocean, he took a journey to the Great Barrier Reef in Australia. It was there that the ocean started him down a journey that changed his life. In 2011, he decided to dive with a camera for the first time. Being completely self taught, he educated himself how to film underwater. Fast forward thru the years and Dustin has won numerous international film awards. His footage has been used for broadcast TV, film festivals, commercials, advertisements as well as viral social media posts. In 2015 he had the honor of being inducted into the prestigious Ocean Artist Society as a Cinematographer. He is also a Backscatter Pro diver who loves to plan dive trips. Diving will always be a love of his, however, his excitement now comes from planning and executing underwater shots. He hopes to continue providing quality footage for many years to come.

Awards List
Podcast with the Underwater Tribe

Epic Diving Featured Filmaker

Underwater 360 Interview

Videographer of the Month - Dive Photo Guide

Backscatter Interview

Underwater Photography Guide Interview

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Awards

Tyra Adamson

Tyra was first certified to scuba dive when she was 19 years old in Salt Lake City Utah. During her youth she was a competitive swimmer and lifeguard. She was also a portrait photographer. It was only natural for her to take up underwater photography in 2006. The ocean has always been a love of hers and it continues to call to her. Her photography has been published in esteemed publications such as Alert Diver, and Scuba Diving Magazine. She has also won many international underwater photography competitions over the years. She loves photographing all creatures underwater. Large or small, she has a unique way to framing it for compelling imagery. Tyra has also spent time teaching amateur photographers how to shoot underwater. She loves sharing her knowledge and passion for the ocean.

Underwater 360 Interview

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