Walt Stearns is a highly acclaimed professional writer/photographer who has been on the diving scene for more than four decades. He is best known for his stunning cover images and feature editorials in publications ranging from Skin Diver, Ocean Realm, Sport Diver and Scuba Diving Magazines to his current position as editor for Scuba Diver Magazine’s North America publication.
Located in Palm Beach County, FL, Walt’s editorial, photographic and design skills are regularly applied for creative services in the digital field as well as the print capacity for clients such as Wakatobi Dive Resort, Caradonna Dive Adventures, and the Palm Beach County Diving Association. Walt also maintains two of his own websites the Underwater Journal and Walt Stearns Photography.
In addition to his editorial work, Walt’s expertise in marine wildlife (having a degree in zoology), and credentials as a closed-circuit rebreather diver and instructor have been called upon in numerous marine related international documentary film projects with the BBC, National Geographic and Discovery Channel.
Examples of Walt’s work can be seen here: