Fine Art nominee

This image was captured underwater during a shoot for a fashion design house. The image depicts a models wearing a custom made gown that was inspired by the ocean. The gown features blue green colors, shells for the top, and is accented with pearls and other small shells.

Kimber Greenwood, the owner of Water Bear Photography and is a renowned professional underwater photographer and entrepreneur. As a photographer, Kimber has helped hundreds of businesses and clients create incredible underwater portraits. As a licensed, registered nurse, technical cave diver, and former lifeguard, Kimber places significant importance on the safety and well-being of everyone on-site. Water Bear Photography has traveled the world creating one-of-a-kind experiences and unique photos for adventurous people.


Based near Gainesville, Florida, and in the heart of the North Florida Springs Country, Kimber and her team are experts in capturing stunning underwater images and video content and has trained and mentored dozens of up-and-coming, and experienced photographers from around the world in the art of underwater photography.


Quick Facts:
8+ Years as a Professional Photographer
50+ Publications and Awards
1,000+ Photography Sessions/Clients
14+ Years as a Local Floridian
10+ Years Lifeguarding Experience
Licensed Registered Nurse
Certified Freediver Emergency Medical Responder
Certified CPR & First Aid
Certified Oxygen Administration
Certified Master SCUBA Diver
Certified Technical Cave Diver
Certified Freediver
Photographer Educator and Mentor