Luke Walsh's passion for photography ignited at age 10 when he started capturing birds in his backyard. Over the years, this passion expanded to marine life, leading him to explore underwater photography.
Currently based in Melbourne, Australia, Luke documents the diverse ecosystems of Australia, Asia, and New Zealand. His work, characterized by a deep commitment to conservation, uses powerful imagery to advocate for the protection of natural habitats.
One of Luke's favorite subjects to photograph is sharks in Jupiter, Florida. Through his images and stories about encounters, he raises awareness for shark conservation, challenging the negative stereotypes often depicted in media and revealing the gentler nature of these misunderstood creatures.
Coral Garden and Glassfish: A massive sea fan, densely populated by a school of glassfish shimmering in the sunlight, creating a mesmerizing underwater tapestry. Similan Islands, Thailand. © Luke Walsh
Curious Australian Sea Lion: A playful sea lion swims up close, its inquisitive eyes and whiskers just beneath the water's surface, capturing the curious and friendly nature of these endangered marine mammals. Jurien Bay, Western Australia. © Luke Walsh
Trevally Swarm: A dynamic image of a school of trevally, their sleek bodies cutting through the blue water in perfect synchrony, illustrating the beauty of marine life in motion. Richelieu Rock, Thailand. © Luke Walsh
Graceful Manta Ray: A serene manta ray glides effortlessly over the sandy ocean floor, its majestic wings spreading wide as it navigates the deep blue waters. Coral Bay, Western Australia. © Luke Walsh
Vibrant Coral Pinnacle: An underwater pinnacle bursting with colorful soft corals and teeming with diverse marine species, highlighting the richness of the ocean's biodiversity. Similan Islands, Thailand. © Luke Walsh
Marbled Stingray: A close-up of a stingray with a distinctive marbled pattern, gracefully gliding across the ocean, illustrating the unique adaptations of marine animals. Richelieu Rock, Thailand. © Luke Walsh
Clownfish in Anemone: A group of vibrant clownfish nestles within the protective tentacles of a sea anemone, showcasing a symbiotic relationship on the colorful coral reef. Similan Islands, Thailand. © Luke Walsh
Barracuda Patrol: A sleek school of barracudas patrols the blue waters, their streamlined bodies and sharp teeth making them the formidable hunters of the sea. Similan Islands, Thailand. © Luke Walsh
Rainbow Coral Wall: A breathtaking vertical wall covered in vividly colored corals, providing a stunning backdrop for the myriad of marine creatures that call it home. Similan Islands, Thailand. © Luke Walsh
Dense Fish Shoal: A dense shoal of fish swirls around the reef, creating a living cloud of motion and life, representing the thriving ecosystems beneath the ocean's surface. Richelieu Rock, Thailand. © Luke Walsh
Moray Eel in Reef: A moray eel peeks out from its rocky hideout, its sleek body and sharp eyes watching intently, showcasing the hidden predators of the reef. Islamorada, Florida. © Luke Walsh
Whale High Five: A juvenile humpback whale extends its massive pectoral fin towards the camera, as if giving a gentle high five, capturing a rare moment of interaction with one of the ocean's giants. Gold Coast, Australia. © Luke Walsh
Luke Walsh is a 21-year-old nature, wildlife, and marine photographer and videographer from Delray Beach, Florida. He currently resides in Melbourne, Australia. Luke shoots the Canon R5 inside an Ikelite Underwater Housing with dual DS230 Strobes. Discover more about Luke’s journey and his conservation efforts at lukewalshphotography.com and follow his adventures on Instagram @lukewalshphotography.
Additional Reading
Whale Shark Photography Underwater Camera Settings
Shark Photography with the Canon R5 and DS230 Strobes
Canon R5 Underwater A-Z // Top 3 Custom Settings for Underwater Use [VIDEO]
An Insider's Guide to Diving the Great Barrier Reef, Australia
