Valentina Cucchiara
Into the Kaleidoscope
A diver explores a freshwater cave where vibrant stalactites and stalagmites, tinted by rich tannic acids, reveal millennia of mineral deposition. The contrast between the dive and the towering formations highlights the immense geological scale and complexity of this karst environment.
Awards
Color Photography Contest
2025Nominee
Underwater
Professional
Into the Kaleidoscope
A diver explores a freshwater cave where vibrant stalactites and stalagmites, tinted by rich tannic acids, reveal millennia of mineral deposition. The contrast between the dive and the towering formations highlights the immense geological scale and complexity of this karst environment.
About Artist
Valentina Cucchiara
Biologist, professional diver, underwater camera operator and photographer with 30 years experience in oceans, submerged caves and all types of underwater environments, Valentina works in productions of documentaries, movies, tv series and commercials. In her spare time she offers her skills to conservation projects around the world, such as Cenotes Urbanos, Manta Mexico Caribe, Grupo Tortugueros de las Californias, Healthy reefs, Sea Shepherd and more.
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