Underwater video & photo workshops with Sam’s Tours in Palau

Munich, May 5, 2008 - The PADI five Star National Geographic Dive Center Sam’s Tours in Palau, Micronesia, welcomes Dr. Nick Martorano as new staff member. „The award-winning filmmaker of high definition films and digital video producer will offer workshops and training programs on both Apple and Windows based sytems for underwater video shooting, digital video editing, DVD authoring as well as layout and imaging solutions using Adobe Photoshop“, explains Dermot Keane, General Manager of Sam’s Tours.

His workplace above water will also be Sam’s new Digital Photo Center. It is fully equipped to cater to digital photographers of all interest levels. The center’s equipment include six Apple iMac workstations with ample storage, archiving and secure data back up systems. Digital imaging is possible with Apple Aperture image management software, Adobe Photoshop Elements, Bridge, Toast and DSL Wi-Fi Internet access.

Nick creates underwater documentaries, promotional videos, films and personalized videos that include wide angle and close-up images of fish, invertebrates, wrecks and divers in the marine environment. His equipment consists of Sony digital video cameras, light and motion housings with H.I.D. lights, Apple Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premiere and other professional software tools. He is also available for professional work including underwater digital videography services, digital video editing, post-production and final output assignments.

He is the founder of Ocean Wonders (www.oceanwonders.com) which he launched as a service to those wishing to document the beauty and wonders of the ocean realm through the magic of visual media and digital video. His goal is to convince people to protect the marine environment. Explains Dr. Nick Martorano: „People will more likely protect what they have come to understand. I am convinced that digital media will help promoting an appreciation for the beauty and complexity of the marine environment.“ Ocean Wonders promotes collaboration between individuals and agencies interested in protecting life underwater.

For further information and samples of Nick’s award-winning works, please click on www.oceanwonders.org or www.samstours.com.

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Sam’s Tours is an independent PADI Five Star National Geographic Dive Center and eco-adventure tour company based in Malakal Harbor, Koror, Palau. Offers include scuba dive trips, snorkel trips, rock island tours, land tours, kayak trips and sailing charters.

The well-equipped dive center offers the complete range of scuba experiences from introductory Scuba programs through PADI Instructor certification and includes a digital photography and videography shop, technical diving services like rebreather support, authorized Scubapro and Aqua Lung sales & service. Sam’s Tours offers complimentary Nitrox up to 36% with proof of certification.

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