Under the Surface

Each summer, young explorers from Northwest Passage set out for adventures that few have experienced. They bravely submerge themselves in rivers and lakes to learn about and document underwater ecosystems. The stunning photographs that result from these expeditions have been featured in books, films, and witnessed by over one million people at exhibits around the United States. These photographs represent the kids' exploration and discovery of the underwater world, and of themselves.

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"The World in a Bubble" by Alexis, 17 | Under the Surface 2015

My underwater photography experience was just amazing, to be honest. "It's hard to tell you how I felt, but I guess I felt like an explorer. Using the camera, I was holding something that could create something so valuable. Taking my first pictures made the underwater world endless and very valuable. It was an honor to even do something like this. It made me lose myself to something in a positive way and not to a substance like drugs.

About Alexis: "Hi my name is Alexis, I am 17 years old. I came to Northwest Passage due to legal and family issues. The IaNL programming has helped me express myself in a very positive way. I am able to write about my feelings through poetry which is amazing. I didn't think I could ever do that. It has sparked a wonderful new world for me."

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