About Shem

I'm Shem — a photographer and diver from the UK, based in Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca, and happy to collaborate worldwide.

My passion is sharing the beautiful encounters I'm lucky enough to have every day, whether below the surface or above it.

I've been taking photos since I was 16 and have explored many formats along the way, so my style is quite diverse. I love underwater photography because it reveals a whole universe the human eye rarely gets to see. Street photography is just as exciting to me — it captures a single moment with the power to tell a story. And I take real pride in my commissioned work, bringing that knowledge and experience to capturing beautiful moments and stunning spaces.

I'm by the ocean most days, and when I'm not, you'll find me eating well and dancing. If you'd like to work together, the contact page is the fastest way to reach me.