Hammerhead Shark: Wreck Explorer
A hammerhead shark glides silently past the remains of a sunken ship in this imaginative macro photograph. While the scene appears to capture a real underwater encounter, the subject is actually a miniature figurine photographed with close-up filters and careful composition to create the illusion of a life-sized predator. The iconic hammer-shaped head stands out against the deep blue water, while the shipwreck backdrop adds a sense of mystery and adventure. Part of a creative series exploring marine life through macro and toy photography, this image demonstrates how perspective and imagination can transform a small collectible into a dramatic underwater scene. #HammerheadShark #Hammerhead #Shark #MacroPhotography #ToyPhotography #MarineLife #UnderwaterPhotography #Shipwreck #Ocean #WildlifePhotography #AnimalPortrait #CreativePhotography #PhotographyTechniques #Nikon #EngelPhotography
Photographer
James Engel
Date & Time
Tuesday, May 6th, 2014 at 10:48 PM America/New_York
Focal Length
18mm
Shutter Speed
1/250 sec
Aperture
ƒ/22
ISO
100
Animals
Animalia, Chordata, Chondrichthyes, Carcharhiniformes, Sphyrnidae, Sphyrna (Hammerhead Shark)
Keywords
Filter, Close-Up Filters, Landscapes & Nature, Macro Photography, Marine Life, Photography Effects, Photography Genres, Photography Techniques, Safari Ltd. Incredible Creatures, Toy Photography, Underwater Photography
Camera
Nikon D7000
Approximate Map Location
Latitude: 39.016356
Longitude: -77.509994
Altitude: 104.0 meters / 341.2 feet
Longitude: -77.509994
Altitude: 104.0 meters / 341.2 feet