About Me
Bare Fish Media is an underwater production house founded by Sam Bard (MSc). I provide high-end photography and cinematography for conservation NGOs, dive tourism, and creative media.
My work is grounded in marine biology and experience in demanding offshore environments. This background means I bring more to a project than just camera operation. I understand species behaviour and ecological context, which allows me to work efficiently alongside research teams to capture authentic, high-impact visuals.
Experience
I have been working professionally underwater since 2018, with technical certification to 45 metres. My experience with twinsets, sidemount, and full-face masks with comms allows for deeper sites, longer bottom times, and real-time coordination with dive teams.
Whether it is straightforward reef documentation or a multi-day project requiring complex logistics, I have the training and expertise to deliver results safely.
Gear
I shoot with a Nikon Z8 in a Marelux housing, delivering cinematic 8K video and 45-megapixel stills. I utilise professional video lights to ensure accurate colour at depth, alongside a range of lenses and ports covering everything from ultra-wide-angle to macro.
This setup is tailored for high-end production, providing professional-grade assets for everything from large-scale print to immersive documentary sequences.
