While they’d both practiced for the moment, nothing could prepare them for the day of the shoot.

The shoot brought about specific challenges that Haining had to adapt to.

At one point, Antoski spent a full 30 minutes submerged in the cold waters.

World Record Underwater Photo Shoot by Steve Haining

This allowed Haining to fulfill his creative vision and go beyond what he believed was possible.

In the end, all the preparation and effort was worth it.

The crew visited three different locations during the shoot.

Behind the Scenes of Steve Haining World Record Underwater Photo Shoot

Wetmore, which ran aground in 1901 and provided a dramatic backdrop.

Antoski, wearing a flowing white dress, is ethereal as she poses among the shipwreck.

The joke turned into an idea, and the idea turned into a reality.

World Record Underwater Photo Shoot by Steve Haining

Canadian photographer Steve Haining dove 32 feet underwater with model Ciara Antoski to take these stunning photos.

Surrounded by the wreckage of the W.L.

Wetmore near Tobermory, Ontario, the duo earned a Guinness World Record for their efforts.

World Record Underwater Photo Shoot by Steve Haining

World Record Underwater Photo Shoot by Steve Haining

World Record Underwater Photo Shoot by Steve Haining

Behind the Scenes of Steve Haining World Record Underwater Photo Shoot

Behind the Scenes of Steve Haining World Record Underwater Photo Shoot

Behind the Scenes of Steve Haining World Record Underwater Photo Shoot

Behind the Scenes of Steve Haining World Record Underwater Photo Shoot

World Record Underwater Photo Shoot by Steve Haining

World Record Underwater Photo Shoot by Steve Haining

Steve Haining Underwater Photography

Steve Haining Photography