Photographer James H. Smith has always enjoyed nature photography, but when he started scuba diving, a whole new world opened up. Starting in 2009, he began diving and taking pictures in special places all around the world. His gorgeous underwater photography will be showcased at Second Story Gallery during the month of August, with a First Friday reception from 5 to 8 p.m. Guests will enjoy live music by Anthony Utehs and complimentary light refreshments will be served.

The Second Story Gallery is located upstairs in the Camas Public Library, 625 N.E. 4th Ave. in downtown Camas, and is open whenever the library is open. Ample free parking is available on the street.

Above image: detail from Green Sea Turtle, photograph by James H. Smith. See more of his amazing photography at www.jameshsmithphotography.com, or follow him on Facebook at www.facebook.com/jameshsmithphoto.