Capturing Elegance Beneath the Surface: Ming H2 Wu’s Photographic Odyssey

Ming H2 Wu is a distinguished commercial photographer and artist based in Los Angeles, CA, renowned for his innovative underwater photography. Since beginning his underwater photography journey in 2005, he has quickly gained recognition from fashion and beauty publications. Ming has dedicated his career to underwater photography projects and fine art, experimenting with various techniques to create stunning images of the human form in imaginative underwater worlds.

Originally from Taipei, Taiwan, Ming moved to the U.S. in the mid-90s to pursue his education. He earned a B.A. in commercial photography from the Brooks Institute of Photography in Santa Barbara, CA, and an M.A. in photography from The Ohio University, Scripps College of Visual Communication. His fascination with underwater photography culminated in the publication of “In Depth – The Rise of Underwater Model Photography,” a valuable academic resource for photography students.

Ming’s underwater photographic art has received both national and international recognition. He has seamlessly transitioned from the fashion and beauty industry to the realm of fine art, consistently winning photography competitions and exhibiting his work at prestigious art shows. His fashion and commercial photography have graced numerous magazine covers, editorial pages, and advertising campaigns worldwide.

In addition to his editorial and commercial success, Ming’s underwater fine art images have been featured on popular TV shows and displayed at prestigious events such as the L.A. Art Show. His work continues to push the boundaries of underwater photography, capturing the ethereal beauty of the human form in water.

Ming's commitment to his craft is unwavering. He continually seeks to learn and create, always challenging himself to capture stunning underwater art, regardless of where he finds himself. His dedication to his art remains as strong today as it was when he first started.