Whale Shark Macro Side Profile
This macro photograph showcases the distinctive side profile of a whale shark, highlighting its broad head, subtle white spotting, and calm, graceful appearance. Captured with close-up filters and creative lighting, this toy model is transformed into a realistic underwater scene, while the softly blurred blue background enhances the illusion of the ocean. The image demonstrates how macro photography can reveal intricate details and create a lifelike perspective from a miniature subject. A creative tribute to the world's largest fish and one of the ocean's most gentle giants. #WhaleShark #RhincodonTypus #MarineLife #MacroPhotography #ToyPhotography #UnderwaterPhotography #OceanLife #SeaLife #WildlifePhotography #PhotographyTechniques #CloseUp #Nikon #EngelPhotography
Photographer
James Engel
Date & Time
Tuesday, May 6th, 2014 at 11:15 PM America/New_York
Focal Length
55mm
Shutter Speed
1/250 sec
Aperture
ƒ/25
ISO
100
Animals
Animalia, Chordata, Mammalia, Perissodactyla, Rhinocerotidae, Rhincodon, Rhincodon Typus (Whale 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