About Joe Fischer
Joe Fischer is an American photographer who teaches in some of the world’s top birding and undersea locations. Since 1996, he’s traveled to 17 countries building a unique experience in oceans, jungles and landscapes. Joe welcomes all participants, united by a shared passion for photography, and challenges professionals to improve while giving beginners the support they need to progress quickly.
In 1996, Joe began building his galleries while working as a NAUI Assistant Instructor at a university. As a young engineer, he designed and built his first homemade video camera housing in his garage. When digital cameras and underwater housings became more widely available, he quickly adopted the new technology and expanded his capabilities. Joe has a real talent for teaching. He doesn’t just explain how to use a camera underwater—he helps people feel confident capturing beautiful images.
Joe’s Teaching Experience
In 2009, Joe became certified as a professional PADI Underwater Photography Instructor and began teaching workshops in Cozumel and Fiji. He initially partnered with dive resorts that needed a dedicated camera instructor, teaching guests on-site and diving with them from boats. These early workshops proved to be a great success. Not only did Joe refine his skills in both photography and diving, but he also learned how to collaborate closely with a wide range of divers and dive operators. This experience shaped the way he teaches today—patient, practical, and deeply connected to the unique needs of each diver-photographer.
Birds, Wildlife & Nature
On land, Joe also teaches classes and leads photography trips. He specializes in night photography where he combines landscapes with stars and the Milky Way Galaxy. When leading photography tours his focus shifts to birds, macro, and wildlife in their natural habitats. Joe’s classes are for everyone, from beginners to professionals, and help people unlock their artistic vision while enjoying their experience.
Feel free to Contact Joe for more information about his upcoming trips, classes, or images.
