Ballantine's: Benjamin Von Wong's Underwater River

Have you ever wondered what it takes to get the perfect photo?

M&C Saatchi Sport & Entertainment teamed with realistic photographer Benjamin Von Wong to create a unique underwater photographic project as the fourth part in Ballantine's Stay True series.

The campaign documents ambitious and experimental film collaborations from around the world, showcasing artists' different talents.

Other campaigns in the series include African DJ and producer Black Coffee with his Human Orcherstra spot.

In the latest installment, Wong together with Archers Mark ventured to Tulum, Mexico to shoot inside a 30-metre-deep cenote (aka a meteor-hit sinkhole, submerged with water).

Helmed by director William Williamson, the spot looks at how Wong created the underwater photoshoot by documenting the various stages.

With the help of an experienced team - a record-breaking free diver/model, underwater film-makers and set builders - the perfect ethereal shot was obtained featuring a Chinese Cormorant fisherman in mystic surroundings.

Watch the behind-the-scenes video below to get a sense of the hard work and dedication needed to pull the stunt off.