Underwater Life by Craig Parry in Byron Bay, Australia

Growing up in Byron Bay, the ocean was a part of life. Every afternoon I would get home and go surfing and I have always had a love for the town’s inhabitants. When I was a child my mother would buy me disposable underwater cameras and I would spend hours photographing my friends surfing and capturing the fish around the surf break. After realizing my passion for capturing life under the water was growing, I decided to pursue it as a career and I haven’t looked back.

Visit Craig’s website to view more incredible images of Byron Bay.

Name:Craig Parry
Occupation:

Photographer

Preoccupation:

Aerial productions from an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV).

Tell us about Byron Bay:

Byron Bay is the most easterly point of Australia and has a huge marine reserve which is full of amazing creatures.

A perfect day?

Blue skies, light south winds with a light south ocean current.

What is the best thing about Byron Bay?

The large amount of seasonal marine life.

What is the worst?

Northerly winds.

What would be surprising about Byron Bay to an outsider?

The bush walks, whale watching and pristine beaches.

If Byron Bay was a person or character who would it be?

Goofy.

Who are three of your favorite artists?

David Doubilet, Thomas Peschak, Brian Skerry

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Name:Craig Parry

City:Byron Bay

Favorite place to eat:

The Balcony

Favorite place to drink:

The Top Shop

Favorite shop:

Patagonia

Local Tip:

Best time to visit is February to April! Autumn is the best season because there are less people and great weather.

Must Do:

Light House walk.