‘Submerge’ is a creative partnership between photographer Justin Lutsky and professional mermaid Abbey Blake, created out of a mutual passion to tell stories, create stunning ocean-inspired art, and explore the underwater world. Together, they provide film & photography services world-wide, travel adventures, talent training, PADI SCUBA & mermaid certifications, and many other unique experiences to water enthusiasts everywhere.


Currently residing in Southern California, they travel world-wide for creative endeavors, and with each new project they strive to bring a rewarding and collaborative experience to every client they work with. They strongly believe that a collaborative spirit is the most essential element to any successful creative endeavor.

JUSTIN LUTSKY

PHOTOGRAPHER | CINEMATOGRAPHER


Justin is a published photographer, award winning filmmaker, and a seasoned dive instructor with a passion and expertise in creating underwater imagery. Driven by a deep sense of adventure and exploration, Justin endeavors to tell stories, create stunning ocean-inspired art, and capture the most gorgeous aquatic environments imaginable through film and photography.


ABBEY BLAKE

PROFESSIONAL MERMAID


Abbey, also known as “The Everyday Mermaid”, is a professional mermaid, accomplished underwater performer, trained freediver, and an experienced content creator, having spent more than a decade working on both sides of the camera crafting compelling stories for brands, artists, musicians, tourism, venues, and more. A classically trained pianist, as well as former ballet dancer, Abbey has always expressed herself through various artistic outlets. She’s driven to create underwater visual art as a way to challenge her own mind and body, in hopes that it may inspire others to swim after their dreams, no matter how big or unattainable they may seem.

Mermaid with vibrant blue tail rests on rocky coastline during golden hour.
Ethereal underwater scene in blue cave with figure perched on rocky ledge wearing iridescent fairy wings.