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UNDERWATER

GKF2134 - UNDERWATER IMAGING

The Electronic Arts and New Media specialization, Fine Arts Programme, Universiti Malaysia Sarawak, through the Underwater Imaging course, takes an initiative to organize a Scuba Diving course and Coral Reef Conservation programme with Nudi Dive Centre and Fishery Department of Malaysia (Jabatan Perikanan Malaysia) for students to enhance their knowledge in underwater photography and videography, not only theoretically but also practically about the benefit of being an underwater scuba diver imaging expert who concern on ocean environment and marine life that must be protected for a future sustainability world.

Students will also be exposed to scuba diving knowledge, underwater recording equipment and compass handling on the seabed. All the planning and preparation has been meticulously done to ensure that all the students will be able to carry out the coral reef cleaning and monitoring activities while enjoying the real-life imagery of the coral reefs and marine life on the seabed which will be captured in animated caricatures, photography and videography to be shared with the public for the purposes of art, science, technology, education and future research.

PulaU Payar

Pulau LembU

Marine life

FISH

CORAL

NUDI

SEASCAPE

THE ARTIST

These are the talented artists behind this project, whose creativity and dedication have brought our vision to life. Hard work and artistic brilliance that make this project truly remarkable.

"United we stand, divided we fall"

SIR ANUAR

(Anuar bin Ayob)

CIK AS

(Aslina binti Mohd Jainal)

"Despite dizziness, nausea, and even throwing up, nothing could stop me from diving and capturing these amazing underwater moments."

MISHA

(Nur Misha Binti Sani)

“ Exploring under water is about trusting yourself , allowing yourself to enter a whole different world which is appreciate the serene beauty of underwater world“

JEMM

“Going deep into the seabed seems like entering a mysterious world. Various colorful creatures are wandering around, just like in a fairy tale.”

HII

(Hii Sieh Ing)

(Jemaah binti Doli)

“Calm, beautiful, and unforgettable memories. Time seems to stop, and all the burdens of the real world disappear”

PUTERI

(Sharifah Puteri Nur Athma binti Wan Hazemi)

WWAZ

" Diving has taught me the importance of safety and preparation, making each adventure both thrilling and secure. Following proper protocols has allowed me to explore the underwater world confidently and responsibly. "

(Muhammad Aimizzul Fawwazz Bin Zakri)

(Daphne Lorelei Anak Joachim Ian)

"It feels so magical in my opinion, like time just stops for you, and you're suddenly in this space where your only thoughts are breathing and floating through the water."

DAPHNE

LYUAN

QIAN

KANG

"Immerse youself in the world of swimming and diving, let your soul communicate with the ocean, and appreciate the incomparable tranquility and freedom"

"Capturing the beauty of coral reefs and marine life with an underwater camera. Immortalizing these indescribable moments and sharing the photos with friends on land brings great achievement and joy."

"I can explore a completely distinct environment through diving, observing stunning coral reefs and intriguing marine life. I derive immense pleasure from this sensation of novelty."

(Chai Jia Qian)

(Tang See Kang)

(Lim Xiao Yuan)

CAREY

NILLY

"Freediving is a dance with the sea, where you learn to trust, surrender, and let go"

"Exploring the underwater realm is like entering another dimension where time slows down, and every moment is filled with wonder."

(Carey Yik Yi Ding)

(Nilly Lyana Anak Sultan)

"I feel like flying in the sea. This diving activity has opened up another level to control calmness for me. SCUBA diving has given me the opportunity to see the beauty of life under the sea."

(Danny Sagoh

Anak Enteri)

DANNY

AQILAH

(Dayang Aqilah Mahirah binti Awang Bujang)

" Find peace in unexpected places, breath deeper. Life doesn't have to be a race. You will get there with the amazing memories you made along the way."

“Diving into the clear water, I was mesmerized by the beautiful coral reefs and diverse marine life that caught my attention.”

INA

(Ferrina Miranda anak Matthew)

"In the depths of the ocean, I found indescribable peace."

DORIS

(Doris Lungan Francis)

I love all the unique things I see on each dive. Millions of little aquatic soap operas playing out between all the creatures. Enjoyed the underwater museum until forgot to capture the memories.

ANGIE

DEMANG

ZAI

“The ocean’s beauty isn’t just a vision, it’s a feeling.”

“The sea is one of the most beautiful wonders that ever existed. It's a huge loss to any individual for not being able to control the beautiful ocean as we explore the land.”

(Sylvester Demang anak Mikopoline)

(Angeli Angie)

(Zairun bin Roslan)

Special
Thanks

To our diving instructors,

We hope to extend our heartfelt gratitudes for the incredible experience you have provided to us as our diving instructors. Your expertise, patience, and passion for diving made our journey into the underwater world both safe and unforgettable.

We thank you for teaching us the skills we needed to dive with confidence at sea. Your clear instructions, hands-on guidance, and constant encouragement helped us overcome our fears and truly enjoy the beauty of the ocean.

We are deeply appreciative of the time and effort you put into making our diving lessons a success. Your dedication not only taught us how to dive but also instilled in us a deep respect and love for the marine environment.

Once again, thank you for everything. We look forward to many more dives and adventures, all thanks to the solid foundation you have given us.

Warm regards,

Electronic Arts COHORT #3