2022Underwater Marine - First Day Cover

Born in Curaçao where she still lives, Barbara Blom has always had a deep passion for the ocean. She had her first scuba experience at the age of 16 in St. Maarten where she lived at the time. Her passion for photography also started at a young age. When she was 9 she got her first compact camera. Now at 56, Barbara can mostly be found underwater and scuba diving at various locations, especially in Curaçao. Her love for her island and the underwater world translates into beautiful images that she shares on her Instagram. Divers from all over the world are huge fans of Barbara's underwater photos, given the large number of enthusiastic comments on her social media. This has made Barbara a true ambassador for Curacao's underwater life and has made many divers curious about all the beauty the Caribbean has to offer. By sharing her photos, Barbara hopes to raise awareness about the impact of our actions or lack of actions on the ocean.