About the Artist

Artur Silva has been a keen underwater photographer for over 15 years, having represented Portugal in the World Underwater Photography Championships on various occasions.

His work has been the subject of numerous exhibitions, as well as presentations in publications on the subject. His collections on Madeiran subject matter are highly rated, both locally and abroad.

Ocultas Madeira - Artur's first underwater photography book now available.

Monk seals in the mating ritual. Desertas Islands (Madeira).

The 'Madeirense', a cargo vessel sunk off Porto Santo. A diver's paradise.

A collection of local species.

The deep blue. A look at the world below the surface.