Jacques Maudy photography

Jacques Maudy photography 'It is an illusion that photos are made with the camera… they are made with the eye, heart and head.' Henri Cartier-Bresson
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Jacques is a photo reporter interested in societies in the cusp of change. He works currently on Cuba and Myanmar. His articles and photos are published in the Wall Street Journal (US), The Irrawaddy, Mizzima and the Myanmar Times (Myanmar), the Australian Financial Review, Silkwinds Magazine (Singapore), The Sunday Times (UK), EuroAsia Review, The Asia Society (US), the INdependent Mon Agency (Th

ailand), The Gulf Today (Dubai), The Huffington Post (UK)...
Based in Brisbane. Services: Commercial and real estate photography, Portraits, Family portraits, artistic nudes, bo***ir photography, actors & models shoots.

12/08/2026

Toya Pekeh, my preferred dive site in Penida. The conditions were perfect. Great visibility, no current. Warm water. Dive with my friend Hassan & Soso from French Kiss Divers Lembongan

09/08/2026

Another memorable dive with Regis trainer SSI & XR and Bram de Nijs

07/08/2026

Nusa Penida Pura Mas and Pura Ped
05 August 2026

Would you dream 9f a better coffin? In Balinese tradition the ritual of purification is cremation before you are reborn....
06/08/2026

Would you dream 9f a better coffin? In Balinese tradition the ritual of purification is cremation before you are reborn. This scene was captured in Jungutbatu, Nusa Lembongan
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03/08/2026

Just a moment...

31/07/2026

A few years ago I wrote an article on the Moken, a nomadic tribe living 11 months a year on the sea. They live in the Adaman sea in Myanmar. They have a unique ability to see underwater like dolphins. Now a Swedish researcher, Anna Gilsen has explained how the Moken children can achieve to see clearly underwater. Better she discovered that anyone can develop this skill.
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/science/scientists-discovered-how-the-moken-sea-nomads-developed-an-extraordinary-ability-to-see-underwater-like-dolphins/articleshow/132701324.cms

30/07/2026

Do you know the spider decorator crab (Camposcia retusa) — a species that famously camouflages itself by attaching bits of sponge, algae, and debris to its shell and legs, which is exactly what you're seeing on the body here. The long, spindly, black-and-white banded legs are a classic ID feature for this species.
They're a favorite muck-diving find in Lembeh Strait, usually spotted on sponges or rubble just like in your shots. Nice find — they can be tricky to spot given how well the camouflage works.

29/07/2026

Aggressive Damselfish, delicate Banggai cardinal fish
Damselfish (family Pomacentridae). Despite their small size and peaceful-sounding name, damselfish are widely considered the most aggressive, fearless "bullies" on the entire coral reef!

​Why Is It Charging You?

​The head-on posture with flared pectoral fins is a classic threat display. It is behaving this way for three main reasons:

​Defending Its Algae "Farm": Many damselfish species are dedicated farmers. They meticulously clear patches of dead coral to cultivate their own private gardens of algae. They will aggressively attack anything—regardless of size—that wanders into their agricultural territory.

​Fighting Its Reflection in Your Lens: Camera dome ports and flat glass lenses create reflections underwater. The damselfish likely sees its own reflection in your lens, assumes another damselfish has invaded its turf, and is launching a full-frontal assault to drive the "rival" away.

​Guarding a Clutch of Eggs: Males fiercely guard egg nests attached to the rock or coral substrate directly beneath them. If you get within a couple of feet, they will charge, nip, and headbutt dive masks or camera gear without hesitation.

29/07/2026

Horsefish, tiny frogfish, blue spotted ray and a following flounder. Last dive in Lembeh

26/07/2026

Discover the cuttlefish, master of disguise, changing its patterns, the cutest nudi branch and the elusive ghost pipefish

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