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Underwater Lighting
Submersible lighting for your Canadian underwater production.
Underwater lighting requires specialized waterproof fixtures to illuminate subjects beneath the surface. Canada's three ocean coastlines and the Great Lakes present extreme variety—cold, plankton-rich Pacific waters off British Columbia, dramatic Atlantic swells, and the freshwater clarity of the Great Lakes—each demanding fixtures and rigging matched to temperature, depth, and current.
We supply professional submersible lighting systems and qualified dive crews across Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal, and Calgary. Our team coordinates dive-rated LED and HMI fixtures, battery systems, cold-water-rated gear, and experienced underwater gaffers, with Canadian Coast Guard coordination where ocean shoots require it.
Capabilities
Underwater Lighting Services
Professional submersible lights and underwater cinematography support.
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Lighting Equipment
- LED submersibles
- HMI underwater
- Video lights
- Strobes
- Color-correct units
Dive-Rated Lights
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Dive Support
- Lighting technicians
- Safety divers
- Equipment handling
- Surface support
- Communication systems
Expert Teams
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Applications
- Feature films
- Documentaries
- Commercials
- Music videos
- Underwater fashion
Any Production
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Locations
- BC Pacific coast
- Atlantic Canada
- Great Lakes
- Pools & tanks
- Controlled environments
Canadian Waters
Light the Depths
Capabilities
Our Process
Production Planning
Understanding your underwater lighting needs, depth requirements, and creative goals.
Equipment Selection
Choosing appropriate submersible lights and support equipment for your shoot.
Production
Executing underwater lighting with experienced dive teams and safety protocols.
Support
Continuous support throughout your underwater production with technical expertise.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What underwater lighting options do you offer?
We offer LED and HMI submersible lights rated for various depths, suitable for cold Pacific kelp forests off BC, freshwater Great Lakes work, and tank stages in Toronto and Vancouver. LED units run cool and efficient; HMI delivers powerful daylight-balanced output.
How deep can you light underwater?
Our equipment is rated for various depths—many units to 100m or more. Depth requirements depend on the specific production needs, and we select appropriate equipment accordingly.
Do you provide dive-qualified lighting technicians?
Yes, our underwater lighting technicians are qualified divers experienced in cold-water Canadian conditions. They can operate lights underwater while maintaining proper dive protocols.
What about color temperature underwater?
Water absorbs red light quickly with depth, and Canada's cold plankton-rich Pacific water shifts color heavily. We use daylight-balanced lights and filters to compensate—proper lighting beats post correction.
Can you light large underwater areas?
Yes, we can deploy multiple units for large-scale underwater lighting setups. This requires careful planning for power, positioning, and safety but enables dramatic underwater scenes.
What Canadian waters do you work in?
We work across Canada's three coasts and inland waters—the BC Pacific coast, Atlantic Canada, the Great Lakes, and rivers nationwide. We also operate in pool stages and water tanks at Vancouver, Toronto, and Montreal studios for controlled work.
Related Services
Productions in Canada that need this often pair it with Underwater Filming, Volumetric Capture, and High Speed Filming for full coverage. Most projects also draw on Camera & Cinematography and Underwater Camera Operators.
On Set
Need Underwater Lighting?
Tell us about your underwater production and we'll illuminate the depths.