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What happens when you mix deep water, total silence, shipwrecks, and a camera?  🌊📸

On this episode of TVS: The Viewfinder Sessions, I sit down with John, a technical diver and underwater photographer who spends hours below the surface exploring places most people will never see.

We talk about rebreather diving (yes, dives that last 6 to 8 hours), why silence underwater changes everything, and what it feels like to descend into darkness until a massive shipwreck suddenly appears out of the blue.

But this episode goes deeper than gear and wrecks.

John opens up about how diving and photography became a lifeline. How peace, purpose, and focus underwater helped him through substance struggles and gave him something to hold onto when life got heavy. The parallels between creativity, risk, safety, and mental health hit hard in the best way.

We also dig into:
 • Why “nothing is worth the shot”
 • Sharks, sturgeon, and hidden Great Lakes wrecks
 • The insane learning curve (and cost) of underwater photography
 • Why video and cinematic storytelling are the next frontier
 • Stories still sitting beneath our own local waters

This isn’t just about diving.
 It’s about what happens when you find the thing that brings you back to yourself.

🎧 Listen now and dive in.
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🎥 YouTube coming soon

Trust me… you’ll want to hear this one.

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Links to OMNP:

⁠Website⁠ - See when and where Shaun is speaking or exhibiting and check out his online galleries, the online store and even book your next bucketlist expedition. Don't miss his blogs as they keep you up to date on things and provide lots of tips, tricks, and more.

⁠Facebook⁠ - See imagery, commentary and video as well as day to day behind the scenes, etc.

⁠Instagram⁠ - See images and video of high quality and discuss them in the comments.

⁠Threads⁠ - See day to day stuff, images, as well as the occasional political stance.

⁠YouTube⁠ - Everything from photography, rving, winter camping, and so much more (Podcast videos coming soon)

⁠TikTok⁠ - short videos with incredible content.

⁠LinkedIN⁠ - A professional platform to learn about and see what OMNP is doing.

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In this conversation, Shaun opens up about the power of vulnerability and authenticity in tackling mental health.

He explores how genuine connection, built through honest conversations about anxiety, depression, and toxic environments, can lead to understanding and healing. 

Shaun also reflects on how creative outlets such as photography have become vital tools for coping, expression, and rediscovering balance.

Key Takeaways:

It’s okay to not be okay.

People crave real, unfiltered connection.

Sharing personal experiences can inspire and comfort others.

Talking about mental health is more important than ever.

Creative outlets can be powerful forms of therapy.

Travel often brings clarity and new perspective.

Toxic work environments can deeply affect mental well-being.

Authenticity builds stronger, more meaningful relationships.

Vulnerability opens the door to healing.

Confronting past trauma is key to personal growth.

Thanks so much for tuning in to The Viewfinder Sessions! I truly appreciate you being part of this growing community of storytellers, travelers, photographers, and those just trying to live life a little more intentionally.

If you enjoyed today’s episode, please take a moment to subscribe to the channel or podcast wherever you’re listening or watching. Hit that like button, leave a comment, and share it with someone who might need a little inspiration or perspective today.

Your engagement, whether it’s a like, a question, or sharing an episode, really helps this project grow and reach more people who care about the same things we do.

You can also connect with me on Instagram, Facebook, and Threads at @ohmenervesphotography, or visit the website at www.ohmenervesphotography.ca

 for updates on upcoming expeditions, workshops, and new content.

And if you ever want to reach out directly, whether it’s to share your story, ask a question, or just say hi, send me an email at [email protected]


Until next time, keep chasing what sets your soul on fire, stay curious, and never stop seeing the world through your own viewfinder.

Support the show

Links to OMNP:

⁠Website⁠ - See when and where Shaun is speaking or exhibiting and check out his online galleries, the online store and even book your next bucketlist expedition. Don't miss his blogs as they keep you up to date on things and provide lots of tips, tricks, and more.

⁠Facebook⁠ - See imagery, commentary and video as well as day to day behind the scenes, etc.

⁠Instagram⁠ - See images and video of high quality and discuss them in the comments.

⁠Threads⁠ - See day to day stuff, images, as well as the occasional political stance.

⁠YouTube⁠ - Everything from photography, rving, winter camping, and so much more (Podcast videos coming soon)

⁠TikTok⁠ - short videos with incredible content.

⁠LinkedIN⁠ - A professional platform to learn about and see what OMNP is doing.

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🎙️ The Viewfinder Sessions is here! 

Step behind the lens and into the wild mix of stories that fuel photography, travel, mental health, and the creative fire that keeps us chasing more. 

Expect bold guests, real talk, and practical tips—served up with plenty of laughs and straight-up honesty. It’s inspiration you can actually feel.

🔥 And today? It’s the FIRST EVER episode!

Shaun pulls back the curtain on the who, what, when, where (and yeah… the how, too). From Sarnia to Newfoundland, from camera gear to headspace, you’ll get the inside scoop on the vision behind this brand-new adventure.

So dive in, buckle up, and let’s hit play—the journey starts now!

Support the show

Links to OMNP:

⁠Website⁠ - See when and where Shaun is speaking or exhibiting and check out his online galleries, the online store and even book your next bucketlist expedition. Don't miss his blogs as they keep you up to date on things and provide lots of tips, tricks, and more.

⁠Facebook⁠ - See imagery, commentary and video as well as day to day behind the scenes, etc.

⁠Instagram⁠ - See images and video of high quality and discuss them in the comments.

⁠Threads⁠ - See day to day stuff, images, as well as the occasional political stance.

⁠YouTube⁠ - Everything from photography, rving, winter camping, and so much more (Podcast videos coming soon)

⁠TikTok⁠ - short videos with incredible content.

⁠LinkedIN⁠ - A professional platform to learn about and see what OMNP is doing.

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