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Ready to Master Your GoPro Underwater?

Sharpen your GoPro skills with Carlos Villoch at Compass Point Dive Resort, April 2027.

‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  No images? View the online version   Master Your GoPro Underwater with Carlos Villoch   A Video Workshop at Ocean Frontiers in the Cayman Islands   Ocean Frontiers is hosting a new annual series of video workshops, based at Compass Point Dive Resort on the East End of Grand Cayman. The latest GoPro cameras have become so powerful that considering them as a point-and-shoot beginner camera could not be further from the truth. You do not need a 'big camera' to get documentary quality footage—what you need is this workshop to 'Master Your GoPro' with GoPro Guru Carlos Villoch! Workshops: Week 1: 10–17 April 2027 Week 2: 17–24 April 2027   Learn More Watch the Workshop Video What You'll Learn: Throughout the week, 4 classroom sessions (1.5 hours each) will be led by Carlos, covering the following topics: 1 - Basic Concepts of Underwater Video: Learning how light and color behave underwater and how your GoPro captures them. 2 - Accessories: Filters, wide-angle lenses, macro, and lights for filming. Everything you need to complete your video gear. When and how to use them. 3 - Control: Understand and master all settings to achieve optimal results in any situation. 4 - Advanced Techniques: Lighting, camera movements, and editing. Film like a professional.       The dive schedule includes a total of 15 dives and two snorkel sites including Stingray City Sandbar, plus 1 pool session for troubleshooting and setup configurations. You will dive with Carlos Villoch and the dive team from Ocean Frontiers every day with a dedicated dive boat just for this workshop. Your dive schedule will be focused on getting to the sites that will help you get the best possible results.     Your Week Includes: 7 nights at Compass Point Dive Resort (awarded best dive resort in the Caribbean region for two years in a row by Scuba Diving Magazine) Condo-style suites with kitchens and separate living areas Breakfasts included every day (dine-in or to-go) Welcome Cruise with Happy Hour hosted by managers and Carlos Farewell Caribbean Buffet on the last night Rental car, bikes, kayaks, and paddleboards All taxes and fees     Carlos will have a selection of his custom Glowdive accessories on hand for you to try—including handles, filters, lens mounts, diffusers, and snoots specifically crafted for underwater filming with a GoPro. Carlos Villoch's Master Your GoPro workshops are highly regarded, with hundreds of students who have improved their filming skills thanks to his expert guidance. The techniques Carlos teaches take advantage of lesser-known features of the GoPro - Some of which were developed by GoPro at Carlos' request.     Book Now For reservations and enquiries:   Email: reservations@oceanfrontiers.com USA Toll-Free: 1-855-345-1996 (connects to Cayman office) USA Direct: 1-954-371-1420 (connects to Cayman office) Cayman Direct: 1-345-640-0000     nop1002.987654@blogger.com is subscribed to receive newsletters from Scuba Diving. Unsubscribe   |  Manage My Preferences   |   Privacy Policy Add partners@mail.padidiver.com to your address book to ensure delivery. Copyright © PADI, 30151 Tomas, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688      Disclaimer: The opinions expressed here are those of the sponsors and are not an endorsement nor do they reflect the opinions of PADI or any of its publications.