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Dive, take photos, and learn from one of the best
There are still spots available for the underwater photography workshop with Wolfgang Pölzer on Elba: Registration deadline is June 21
Dive, take photos, and learn from one of Europe’s most renowned underwater photographers: If you want to capture your most beautiful underwater experiences professionally in the future, you should act fast. Spots are still available for the underwater photography workshop with Wolfgang Pölzer at OmniSub Elba. The registration deadline is Sunday, June 21, 2026.
The well-known, multi-award-winning photographer, travel journalist, and author will be sharing his knowledge at OmniSub on Elba for the second time in a relaxed and hands-on atmosphere. The seminar is aimed at both photography beginners and ambitious underwater photographers who want to specifically improve their skills.
Wolfgang Pölzer, a native of Austria and a marine biologist by training, specialized in underwater photography shortly after completing his studies and made it his profession. For more than 25 years, he has worked as a travel journalist and author for numerous international diving, travel, and nature magazines. Among his greatest achievements are several gold medals at international underwater photography competitions.
The four-day workshop offers an ideal blend of theory and practice. Each day of the course begins with a morning theory session, followed by two dives at Elba’s most beautiful dive sites. After a group lunch break, the photos taken are analyzed and discussed. For the duration of the workshop, participants have their own boat at their disposal, ensuring maximum flexibility in choosing photo locations.
Workshop content at a glance:
Day 1 – Basics of (Underwater) Photography
The focus is on the most important photographic fundamentals, such as the interplay between aperture, shutter speed, ISO, and depth of field. This knowledge forms the foundation for better images and is just as valuable for beginners as it is for advanced photographers.
Day 2 – Macro Photography: Small Things, Big Impact
Techniques for impressive close-ups, choosing the right lens, flash positions, and the use of close-up lenses are on the agenda. Optionally, Wolfgang Pölzer will also provide tips on underwater photography at night.
Day 3 – Wide-Angle, Model, and Portrait Photography
Participants will learn how to best capture divers, dive buddies, and underwater landscapes. Topics include mixed lighting techniques, flash positions, image composition, lens selection, and communicating with the model underwater.
Day 4 – Wreck Photography
How do you photograph wrecks in an exciting and atmospheric way? Wolfgang Pölzer teaches techniques for lighting, image composition, and incorporating dive buddies to create fascinating images of sunken historical artifacts.
To participate, you must have your own underwater camera with manual settings for aperture and shutter speed. An external flash or a powerful underwater light is recommended.
The participation fee is 320 euros for the entire four-day workshop. Alternatively, individual themed days can be booked for 100 euros each. Dives and any necessary rental equipment are not included in the price.
The workshop is organized by the OmniSub Diving Center Elba in Barbarossa Bay near Porto Azzurro. For many years, the dive center has been known for personalized attention, professional training, and extraordinary diving experiences in one of the most beautiful underwater regions of the Mediterranean.
The number of participants is limited. Anyone who wants to capture the magic of the underwater world in stunning images in the future should secure their spot now.
Registration deadline: Sunday, June 21, 2026
Register at: https://omnisub.com/service-kontakt/#kontakt