During the warm season, the pool here at the studio is open and ready for underwater work. Joel has designed underwater grip and camera support gear that has been working very well for both straight forward and underwater VFX work.

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

Of course, Joel and all the gear can travel to any watery location. But when possible, it is convenient and efficient to shoot right here at the studio. There is ample power easily available for HMIs etc. Plus, the MWS pool is completely private and available for shooting 24/7.

Joel is a certified PADI deep water diver.

More on underwater VFX on the Animation/VFX page, Underwater VFX
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