Comments from Guests...

"NO" was my answer when a friend asked if, after many years of diving, I had ever seen a Great White Shark. Thinking about my answer prompted me to reconnect with Amos Nachoum and I was soon headed to South Africa for some high voltage diving and Amos' unique brand of photo instruction. A fringe benefit of the trip turned out to be the numerous phone calls and emails that came from old friends from all around the country when they saw my Great White videos that I had licensed to the Travel Channel. Thank you Amos !!
- Adrian Boie. Cincinnati, OH

"In 1993 I read an article in National Geographic about swimming with Killer Whales in Norway, and I knew right then that it was something I HAD to do. Well, the anticipation of swimming with those magnificent animals built for almost 10 years, until November 2002, when I finally made the plunge - literally! It was the most incredible adventure of my life and I can't wait to go back! Let there be no mistake that when it comes to delivering up close and personal encounters with big animals, Amos Nachoum and BigAnimals.com DELIVER! If you don't believe me, just check out some of the photos from my trip at www.jaywade.com."
- Jay Wade. Edmond, OK

"I spent a week 150 miles north of the Arctic Circle in the month of November--why would anyone do that?? Well, as the mountain climbers say--that's where the Orcas are. I snorkeled with an expedition led by Amos Nachoum to a fjord in Northern Norway to have close encounters with the top of the food chain in the ocean. We spent 5 or 6 hours a day freezing our butts off, but IT WAS WORTH IT! We got up close and personal with many pods of orcas as they came to the area to feed on herring. The first time, when Amos said, "OK slide into the water and swim slowly toward them", I looked at my buddy Mike and after a fearful grimace we did it. As the Orcas swam by, we dropped to 10 feet and became part of their environment. A female and her 10' baby paused as they went by, looked at us with their toothy smile and kept going. That trip was one I will never forget, the Orcas, the 38 degree water, the 4 inches of snow on the deck..."
- Neil Farley. Cincinnati, OH

"As a younger photographer with a new freelance photography and writing business, Amos helped teach me not only how to push for unique photos but also how to work with people -- guides, contacts, etc. -- to help me get those photos. He has been a wonderful resource of information for me while starting my business, as well as a sounding board for ideas and direction. I consider him a mentor."
- Oakly Cochran. Firbanks, Alaska

I have known Amos Nachoum for over 20 years & he has always been on the cutting edge of photography, destinations, and life. I recently invited him to give a program for our LOUP (League of U/W Photographers) group at the Shedd Aquarium & he held everyone spellbound for over 2 hours with his spectacular images and stories. Amos is a true professional and I am lucky to have him as a friend.
- Lynn Funkhouser. Photographer

"I initially wanted to go on a trip with Amos because I saw his work on national geographic TV and in a lot of magazines; and since then, I have been on 3 trips with him. I keep returning because no one offers what he does in small groups, unhurried photo- ops. incredible experiences, and I know I am getting my investment worth."
- David levitt. San Jose, CA

" I've done amazing trips with Amos; swimming with Humpbacks whales, Orcas, Blue Whales and Great White Sharks and I have walked in the footsteps of Shackleton with Amos in South Georgia and Antarctica. I have made eight trips with Amos, and this speak for itself."
- Barbara Doerr. Milwaukee, WI

"I was shoulder to to shoulder with Amos when he took this amazing "Air Jaws" photo. And my photos turned out great as well - thanks to his coaching. There are others that claim to be able to provide the opportunity of a lifetime but few can deliver like Big Animals Photography Expeditions. If you have dreamed of going on an exotic, adrenaline rushing adventure, than stop dreaming and start living and call Amos."
- Bobby Scandura. Boston, MA

" After watching Shark Week on the dicovery Channel I searched the web looking for a shark diving expedition for everyday people like me. No other web site came close to being as comprehensive and rich in images than BigAnimals.com. I signed up right and there and couldn't be happier that I did".
- Bill DeVera. Los Angeles. CA

When I first read your article about the Orca gathering in Tysfjord I knew I immediately that I will do the long trip from Israel to see this magnificent creature. A year later we have met on board of the boat and had an unforgettable week with you, My son Shahar that came along with me still can not forget the amazing adventure we all had together.
Israel and Shahar Chaskelevitch. Zichron Ya'akov, Israel

Amos Nachoum is one of the premier underwater (and above for that matter) nature photographers in the world. His devotion and willingness to push the frontiers of underwater photogaphy (both with challenging subject matter - whales, and large sharks in blue water for instance, along with exploring new locations) sets him apart from the crowd. I have had the opportunity to dive with Amos, and he has been a great mentor of mine over the years. I might add that if and when things get tough, he is the one I would want to be with.
Wolcott Henry. Washington DC.

"Due to my background in Field Zoology I religiously avoid participating in group experiences designed to provide interactions with animals in natural environments because of what I consider to be the general trivalization of the majesty of animals targets for such experiences. I made an exception to this practice for the first time in 1993 after viewing the photography of Amos Nachoum and subsequently meeting him. In the years since I have been on four trips with Amos, and would enthusiastically recommend his trips to any person interested in interacting with "big animals" via the overwhelming respect and passion Amos has for these magnificant creature and the processes for photographing them. I have experienced true wonderment on every trip with Amos as a result of finding myself in close proximity to magnificant animals and Amos, a person with genuine passion."
J. Michael Whitaker. Memphis TN

"Our adventures with Amos opened our eyes to a whole new world of diving and adventure traveling! With Amos, we've been face-to-face with dolphins, giant mantas, sharks and Orcas. Together, we've explored the fjords of Norway, the sandy banks of the Bahamas and the cities and islands of yesteryear in Cuba. Amos will take you places no one else will go. He'll show you things no one else can show you. His passion for adventure is contagious!"
Amy & Greg Norris. Marietta, GA

"I have known Amos for many years and have traveled with him to several parts of the world in search of big animal adventure. I am always amazed at his drive and perserverence in getting the 'right shot.' And he always gets it! He is one of the finest wildlife photographers I know."
-Fred Heiman
Los Gatos, CA

Comments from the Media...

Amos Nachoum is a consummate professional, he is highly respected in his field and has been published widely. He is educated and fearless, compassionate and passionate about his art. He brings intelligence, fire and the highest ethical standards to his photography work. He loves what he does and it shows.
- Sabine Meyer, Photo editor
National Geographic Adventure

Amos Nachoum is an extraordinary photographer with a level of passion matched by few others in this business. His determination and patience result in encounters within the animal kingdom that defy imagination.
- David Doubilet and Jennifer Hayes National Geographic photographers.

In a business of uncompromising deadlines, working with Amos Nachoum is always a pleasure. His professionalism extends beyond the rare and beautiful images that he travels the world to capture. I look forward to the next article opportunity I have with Amos.
- Christopher Robinson
Managing Editor, Outdoor Photographer Magazine

"Amos always provides a friendly and professional service when supplying us with quality images."
- Kirsten Sowry
BBC Wildlife Magazine

Amos Nachoum is one of the most dedicated photographers specializing in large marine wildlife today. He absolutely does not give up until he gets the shot, and is not deterred by personal discomfort or other obstacles. He consistently produces high-quality imagery. We are very pleased to be able to represent his work at Seapics.com
-Doug Perrine
President, Seapics.com

"Amos Nachoum is one of the top underwater shooters working today. He is the consummate professional, consistently delivering top-notch photography that fits our editorial needs. His photography of big animals--whales, sharks, dolphins and more--conveys the majesty of the undewater world and the awe-inspiring experience of diving."
-Buck Butler
Managing Editor, Rodale's Scuba Diving magazine

I have known and worked with Amos for nearly a decade. His exquisite images have never failed to enlighten, thrill, surprise or get to the essence of a place or subject in both a unique and completely accessible way. He consistently goes beyond the call while on assignment, and his professional demeanor has benefited the magazine on many an occasion. Amos has a complete technical and creative mastery over a wide variety of subjects, from the intimate to grand in scale, and his material always arrives on time and complete. Personally, it has been a great pleasure working with such a consummate professional.
-Ty Sawyer
Editor, Sport Diver magazine

"Amos is always around the world, under the oceans, to get the Best & rare images of Big Animals and their Life unique behavior. To work with him is a great pleasure"
-Joëlle Pichon
Bayard-Presse, Images Doc, Paris, France

"Where would we be without Amos? We would be alone... underwater... flying in our winged submersibles... without anyone ever knowing what it looks and feels like to fly underwater. Thanks to Amos, and his tremendous ability to capture images in the most artistic, passionate and unique ways imaginable, the public is now able to enjoy the amazing world of our blue planet."
-Graham Hawkes
Designer of the Deep Flight winged submersibles, Hawkes Ocean Technologies

It has been my pleasure to work with Amos Nachoum since the inception of our magazine in 1994. In the decade since, Amos has provided us with some of the most compelling and visually exciting stories I have had the privilege of publishing during my 20-plus year career in magazine journalism.
-Pierce Hoover
Editor in Chief, Sport Diver magazine

Amos and I spent a lot of time together in Africa on an Explorers Club Flag Expedition Few, if any, underwater photographers have ever been as easy to travel and work with as Amos. He is the finest underwater photographer in the business, can drive anything with wheels, and always keeps his sense of humor -- even when things don’t go as planned. Amos is a generous and kind man who is deeply commitment to marine conservation. I’d work with him again in a heartbeat!
- Marie Levine
Executive Director,
Shark Research Institute