Modern World Studio has created custom grip and matte gear and rigging that can be placed into the water for an underwater matte shoot. Compositing underwater actors, or other elements into an out of water scene is a fantastic look. Or, unmated water shots with lighting and other effects is also a great and unusual look, and can be very dramatic.

The pool here at the studio is open during the warm months and ready for underwater work. We have designed underwater grip and camera support gear that has been working very well for both straight forward underwater cinematography and underwater VFX work.

Joel has modified a scuba dive motorized scooter to serve as a camera mount and motion device. The scooter can be set up for neutral buoyancy at a specified depth, providing a nice balanced and steady camera support. Then if desired the propeller can be engaged to move the camera for some fantastic underwater camera shots.

Joel is a PADI certified deep water scuba diver.