Angelina Pilarinos
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WHO IS YOUR UNDERWATER PHOTOGRAPHER?

Angelina is an award-winning underwater photographer working and living in Cairns, QLD Australia.

ABOUT ANGELINA

Hi, I’m Angelina! Originally from New York, I now call Cairns, Australia, home—living my dream life next to the Great Barrier Reef. My journey into underwater photography began unexpectedly. I never grew up near the ocean, but after learning to scuba dive in college, I was hooked. Traveling through Asia and witnessing the beauty beneath the waves inspired me to pick up a camera, and I’ve been capturing the magic of the underwater world ever since.

When I moved to Australia in 2017, I worked as an underwater photographer on the Great Barrier Reef, capturing once-in-a-lifetime memories for tourists. That experience showed me how powerful underwater photography can be—not just for documenting the ocean, but for making people feel amazing in front of the camera. I realized my passion wasn’t just in taking photos, but in helping people see themselves in a new light.

Now, I specialize in underwater portraits and commercial brand imagery, creating striking and ethereal images beneath the surface. Whether it’s an intimate maternity session, a dreamy “trash the dress” shoot, a fun kids’ session, or branding photos for your business, my goal is the same: to make you feel beautiful, confident, and at ease in the water.

If you’re curious about booking a session, I’d love to chat! Send me a message, and let’s bring your vision to life.

From New York To The Great Barrier Reef, Hi My Name Is Angelina

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Services:

Underwater Portraits:

Specializing in maternity, commercial brand imagery, trash the dress, swim school portraits, private reef photography, and kids’ sessions, I create captivating, ethereal visuals beneath the surface tailored to your needs.

For inquiries or to book a session, please reach out via email. Let’s create something beautiful together!

Awards:

  • Winner of Positive Travel 2020 Life Under Water Challenge
  • Honorable Mention in the Ocean Geographic Animal Portrait Of The Year 2022

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