Beauty On The Reef!

Some surprisingly stiff currents, but spectacular reefscapes. Kathryn Britnell at Sombrero Island, Anilao, Philippines.

"The Best Wines Are The Ones We Drink With Friends."

 

Eiko Jones and Jody Greaves came for dinner and an overnight stay at stately Britnell Manor last night. Great company, good conversation and a surprise gift they left behind.

Eiko is an extremely talented photographer. Check out his work at:  http://www.eikojonesphotography.com

Fish Photography Quickstart: Ten Tips for Mastering the Ultimate Undersea Skill.

Kathryn and I have another underwater photography story in the January 2015 issue of Scuba H2O Magazine.

"Je Suis Charlie"

There will always be people in this world who will only see what they want to see, hear only what they want to hear, and allow you the freedom to speak only what they want you to say... Never surrender.

VOTE For A SINGAPORE Without FINS!

WE, Jett and Kathryn Britnell, VOTE for a SINGAPORE without FINS! 

All you need to do is:

- Upload your selfie to SINGAPORE WITHOUT FINS page
https://www.facebook.com/groups/singaporewithoutfins/ 
with the caption:

“I VOTE for a SINGAPORE without FINS!” It can be shot anywhere.
- Add the caption "I VOTE for a SINGAPORE WITHOUT FINS!"
- Nominate three other people
- Please share it on your own Facebook page to help spread the message.

All the images will be consolidated on the SINGAPORE WITHOUT FINS Facebook page. They hope to gather 10,000 faces (or more!) by the first day of ADEX 2015 Dive Show on April 11th. Every image will then be printed onto a large wall during the event and submitted as a petition in support of the cause. Pay it forward people!

The Shark Connection - Jett Britnell Presentation For The Underwater Archaeological Society of British Columbia.

Happy to confirm that on May 27th, 2015 I will be doing a presentation called, "The Shark Connection." Come discover where you can experience some rapturous shark diving and snorkeling adventures and learn why it is imperative that we protect these apex ocean predators from extinction.

The Underwater Archaeological Society of British Columbia’s Lower Mainland Chapter holds regular monthly meetings in the beautiful city of Vancouver. At each meeting the UASBC invites a new guest to give a presentation on various archaeological, exploration or diving topics. This occasion marks my 5th presentation for the UASBC. Hey, if this were “Saturday Night Live” I would now be in the SNL Five-Timers Club.

Wednesday, May 27, 2015 - 19:00 - 21:00
Vancouver Maritime Museum
1905 Ogden Avenue
Vancouver, BC Canada
49° 16' 39.576" N, 123° 8' 49.8912" W

"A Night In The Depths" Presentation With Professional Photographers Of Canada.

Feel honored to have been invited by Professional Photographers of Canada, British Columbia to do an evening presentation about my underwater work. “A Night In the Depths” will discuss how to pursue your passion, get published, and get your work out into the world. Looking forward to meeting some of our fellow PPOC members at this event.

Date: February 16, 7:00 PM
Where: Langara College, 100 West 49th Avenue, Vancouver.

Feliz Navidad From Isla Cozumel Story.

This month's FEATURE on TRAVEL THRU HISTORY, A Christmas in Mexico story Kathryn and I wrote awhile back. Nobody does Bananas Flambé like they do at Pepe's Steak and Seafood House in Cozumel!

 www.travelthruhistory.com/html/exotic85.html

Unconventional Underwater Photography Tips - Scuba H2O Magazine.

Kathryn and I have an underwater photography story in the December 2014 issue of Scuba H2O Magazine. Here's the link: http://divenewsnetwork.com/…/2810-six-quick-unconventional-…

A Couple That Plays Together, Stays Together!

Our friend, Ken Kiefer, made these fanciful images of Kathryn and I during our September trip to Tiger Beach in the Bahamas. Check out Ken's work at: www.kenkiefer.com

Facebook Black & White Photo Challenge.

Both Kathryn and I received challenges. Here are the images Kathryn posted on Facebook.

In Venice, a gypsy woman begging along the approach to a busy bridge.

 Carnival masks in Venice.

At a fruit stand minutes away from the Roman Colosseum.

Shopping along the Left Bank, Paris.

Jett with a cherubic sculpture on the Pont Alexandre III bridge, Paris.

Nitty, Gritty, Dirty And In Your Face!

 

Diving and photographing tiger sharks in the Bahamas is an absolute blast!!

Adams River Sockey Salmon Run.

During September and October, the quiet banks of Adams River, British Columbia (405km inland from the Pacific Ocean), becomes the scene of a natural miracle. This is when sockeye salmon make their way back to the gravel beds of the Adams River, the place of their birth, to spawn and die. 2014 was a dominate run year, so we went there this year to photograph some of this natural wonder. Here are some of the images we made.

Shark & Awe In The Bahamas.

“He (She) who can no longer pause to wonder and stand rapt in awe, is as good as dead; their eyes are closed.” ~ Albert Einstein.

Kathryn Britnell experiences tiger sharks up close in their ocean realm for the first time. 

Red-eye Medusa In Diver Magazine!

Our creature feature and image of a Red-eye Medusa jellyfish appeared in the September issue of Canada's DIVER Magazine.

Professional Photographers Of Canada (PPOC) Press Releases: Jett Britnell.

AIR FRANCES - Jett Britnell's Phantom 2 Quadcopter.

Some quick and dirty branding for AIR FRANCES. It somehow did not seem right to put this winged avenger to work without it. The GoPro 4 modification made to the gimbal today. (Thank you whomever invented the Dremel tool). All seems to be working fine. Hmmm... Britnell Manor is smelling delicious with the turkey in the oven. White wine is chillin'. Lot's of chores completed today. Tonight...some r&r time.

Get Up, Stand up!

Seems. I'm the lone underwater photographer in the distance in this picture. Reality was, there were several other shark divers in close proximity as we began to make our way to the boat ladder. Our talented friend, Ken Kiefer, made this image. I would dive with him anywhere, anytime. Mostly because, I think, I could out swim him if death was on the line. Ha ha ha. Anyway, check out his marvelous photography at www.kenkiefer.com. Love his work!

Never Say Never Again.

Never say never again. Kathryn had often said she would never dive with sharks. Well, here is quite literally a grab shot of Kathryn diving at Tiger Beach. Kathryn is the one kneeling on the sand. So proud of her and happy that she, like many others we know, are conquering their fears. So I dedicate this post to anyone who has ever told themselves, or was made to think by others, they can't do something. Yes, you surely can!

Throwback Thursday: A First For Everything.

August 1990: Obviously, I appear to be very happy on my first overseas Diving Magazine assignment in Vanuatu. Ended up with three cover shots from that trip. Yup, one must always travel with a good camera! 

I have Bahamas on the brain this morning.

Made this sunset image end of day at Tiger Beach in March 2006 while out on a 10 day Bahamian shark diving safari aboard Jim Abernethy's Scuba Adventures vessel, M/V Shear Water. I figured it might make a nice background for a double page photo spread. Luckily, two different photo editors agreed.

Why I Think This World Should End. Paying It Forward!

Perhaps one of the best videos I've seen since, I dont know when, about humanity and the meaning of love. Put another way, the love you take is equal to the love you make. Share this one far & wide. If any video should have ever gone viral, this one is it!

The Only Good Shark... Is A Live Shark!

Yes, quite often the shortest, simplest, and most powerful statement can be said in less than 10 seconds.

Matador Network - Wakatobi Indonesia!

Our first feature as Matador Ambassadors on Matador Network went live today.

http://matadornetwork.com/trips/wakatobi-indonesia-worlds-remote-dive-resort/

It is also currently the featured piece on the Matador Network homepage

http://matadornetwork.com/

Browning Passage HideAway Dive Resort Trip - August 17 - 23, 2014.

Ahhh, here we are with the boys from Milwaukee who graciously proclaimed that I was now an honorary member of “Team Zero!” The back-story to “Team Zero” is that one of their local Great Lakes dive charter operators dubbed them “Team Zero” because they always arrived at the boat prepared for some wreck diving and there were zero issues with them and their dive gear. All highly experienced wreck divers, it was so great to witness their enthusiastic reactions after every dive British Columbia’s Browning Passage. They were all totally blown away with the local marine life and its diversity. Good times!! From here on out boyz, know that you’ll always have a “Team Zero” member in British Columbia. Thanks again, guys, it was a trip! Will name everyone in order of appearance from bow to the stern - John de Boeck, Michael Kron, Mark Kolba, Cal Kothrade, Jason Grochowski, Jett Britnell, Dirk Wihelm, Steven Wimer II.

Fraser Valley Scuba Club Presents!

Check with the show organizers as this evening presentation is now close to selling out.

Images From The Polar Bear Capital Of The World, Churchill Manitoba!