How to take photos underwater

陕西 吕 品

一位从事海洋生物研究的科学家分享了一些简单却十分有用的水下摄影技巧，用于记录并分享海洋生命的奇观，让深海隐藏的宝藏为人所知。

主题语境：水下摄影 篇幅：342词 建议用时：6分钟

1I discovered the power of pictures and storytelling in my study of sharks and sturgeon.I saw that photos and videos could speak to people more than graphs and numbers.These images help them see and feel connected to the hidden worlds of different creatures and places in nature.

2My mission is to use pictures to show the world the beings we share our Earth with and to tell everyone that we must protect our planet.Here are some simple tips for taking pictures and videos underwater.

3Use any tool you have.Don't think small of what you can use: a phone, an action camera, a big camera, or even drawing and writing.Record sounds too.They can be really powerful.

4Move around and get close.Don't stay in one place.Moving might give you a better view or let you see something new, like an animal that might be hiding.Being on the same level as an animal and using special close-up lenses can make them seem more real and show their personality.

5Try using action cameras.The best thing about action cameras is that they work even when I'm not there.I can put them in places where something interesting might happen.If I try to film underwater with big cameras, the noise and the bubbles can scare away the animals.Small cameras that I leave in places don't scare the animals and they act naturally.

6Don't forget your smartphone.I bring two phones: one to use and the other as a camera only.Phones are great for taking pictures and high-quality 4K videos, especially the kind everybody wants to see now, which fill the whole screen when you hold your phone up.You can get a stand for phones that's good for taking pictures over time or in slow motion.You can even get a special case to take your phone into the water, but be careful because it might leak.Always save your pictures and videos as soon as possible.Happy shooting!

Reading Check

Inference1.What can be inferred from paragraph 1?

A.Underwater photography requires expensive equipment.

B.Photographs and videos can have a greater impact than numbers and graphs.

C.Photographers should focus more on drawing and writing about marine life.

D.Listing numbers is the best way to record marine animals and plants.

Detail2.What is the main purpose of the author according to the text?

A.To convince people that underwater photography is a difficult task.

B.To encourage everyone to buy and use action cameras for photography.

C.To share images and stories of marine life to promote planetary protection.

D.To give detailed technical instructions on using different cameras underwater.

Detail3.What is the author's approach to capturing images and sounds underwater?

A.Staying in one steady place to not disturb marine life.

B.Using high-quality apps to record sounds.

C.Using bigger cameras to ensure the highest quality of images.

D.Moving around to find better angles and get closer to the subjects.

Inference 4.Where is the text probably from?

A.A book review.B.A travel brochure.

C.An art magazine.D.A scientific website.

Language Study

Ⅰ.日积月累

sturgeonn.鲟

connectedadj.相连的；关联的

missionn.使命

standn.支架

leakv.泄漏

action camera 运动相机

Ⅱ.语法填空

Underwater photography is like taking 1.________ camera into a different world.The ocean has many fish and 2.________(plant) that we can take pictures of.You don't need a big expensive camera 3.________(start).A simple camera or a phone with a special waterproof case will work.When you take pictures underwater, try 4.________(move) slowly and don't make a lot of noise.This way, you won't scare the fish away.It's best to be close 5.________ the fish and at the same level.This makes the fish look real and 6.________(show) how they live.You can also use action cameras that 7.________(be) small and easy to put in different places to record marine life.They can take videos on 8.________(them)own, so you can leave them while you swim around.It's good to take photos with your phone, too.Many people like to see these pictures because they are big and clear.Phones can also take slow-motion videos, 9.________ show movements in a fun way.Make sure your phone doesn't get wet by using a special case.Remember to save or keep your pictures and videos safe as soon as you can after taking them.Enjoy 10.________(take) photos under the water!