#Portrait

Danielle Gerster of Blue Doves Photographs creates cinematic underwater portraits that blend fine art, emotion, and storytelling in the lakes of Germany. In this behind-the-scenes feature, she shares how she transforms unpredictable natural environments into hauntingly beautiful imagery using ambient light, creative DIY techniques, and her Canon EOS 5D Mark IV protected by the Outex waterproof camera housing system. Discover how lightweight, flexible underwater gear, optical glass dome ports, and full tactile camera control help Danielle craft atmospheric portraits that stand apart from traditional underwater photography — offering inspiration and practical insight for photographers, content creators, and visual artists looking to elevate their work above and below the surface.

Olympic diver turned world-class photographer Tomasz Rossa blends athleticism, performance, and creativity in his striking underwater and large-scale portraits. Featured in Rangefinder Magazine and trusted by clients like Cirque du Soleil and Celine Dion, Rossa uses a variety of high-resolution, mirrorless, and medium format cameras. With Outex waterproof camera housings, he seamlessly protects his gear in pools, on stages, and outdoors—without compromising image quality. Discover how Outex empowers Rossa’s artistry and why it’s the go-to solution for professional photographers pushing creative boundaries in extreme environments. 

Outex is helping transform underwater photography by empowering content creators expand their capabilities, unleash their creativity, and grow their business. For elite photographers who push the boundaries of creativity, capturing stunning images in unpredictable environments is a challenge—but also an opportunity. High-end photographers using advanced systems, from DSLRs to mirrorless setups, demand absolute perfection in image quality, even when working underwater or in harsh conditions. Outex—the world’s best waterproof and outdoor housing system—is helping leading photographers achieve exactly that. Behind the scenes footage and making of professional photographer Ric Lewis underwater portrait photoshoot feature on Waterproof Magazine volume 2. This blog and video BTS shows Ric Lewis using the Outex underwater housing system to photograph model Kayla Douglas at a recent underwater session for Waterproof Magazine.