Boston Sea Rovers
Stan has always been a pioneer, a visionary, and an inspiration for all who have had the pleasure of his company. The Sea Rovers recognized these qualities early on, and made him their Diver of the Year in 1967. The very next year he outdid himself as he collaborated with Peter Gimbel on the classic shark film, Blue Water, White Death, where he was associate producer and underwater cameraman. That wasn't the only timeless classic underwater film that Stan would work on, however, as he was co-director of underwater photography and second unit in the production of The Deep, based on his good friend Peter Benchley's best-selling novel. By this time, he was actively sought out as one of the leading underwater cameramen, but despite his success, he always managed to make time for the Sea Rovers, his one true dive club affiliation.
Over the next three decades, to our great joy, Stan continued to return to Boston again and again, premiering more films at our Clinics than anyone else in the history of our Club. His heartfelt devotion to the club was mutual, and in 1989 the Sea Rovers couldn't help themselves when they again made Stan Waterman their Diver of the Year, the first and only time this has happened. But that merely reflects the impact that Stan has had on the diving world. For over forty years, he has explored and examined the underwater world, capturing breathtaking images on film, and then adding beautiful and soul-touching narratives that inspire and enlighten the audience. But in addition to providing joy and pleasure with his films, Stan has always been a strong advocate for protection of the ocean environment, and all of its residents. For over forty years, Stan has urged his audiences to experience the beauty of the ocean's depths, while at the same time respecting and
Despite his impressive accomplishments, Stan refuses to slow down, and in 2001, he will be leading over a dozen photographic expeditions around the world. We again are fortunate that he took the time to visit us in Boston, so that we could thank him for being a true ambassador for the underwater world. It is with great honor that we proudly present our good friend, Stan Waterman, with our Lifetime Achievement Award. Inscribed on the special award bowl is our short note of thanks for this legendary filmmaker.
Ambassador of Good Will for the
World's Oceans and All Its Inhabitants
If they could speak, they would say "THANK YOU"
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