Hammerhead Shark: Beneath the Surface
The unmistakable silhouette of a hammerhead shark is captured from a unique underside perspective in this creative macro photograph. Although the subject is a miniature figurine, close-up filters and careful composition create the convincing illusion of a full-sized shark swimming through the ocean. The dramatic angle highlights the hammer-shaped cephalofoil, smooth contours, and subtle textures that make hammerhead sharks among the most recognizable marine predators. Part of a creative series exploring marine life through macro and toy photography, this image demonstrates how perspective and magnification can transform a small collectible into an immersive underwater portrait. #HammerheadShark #Hammerhead #Shark #MacroPhotography #ToyPhotography #MarineLife #UnderwaterPhotography #Ocean #WildlifePhotography #AnimalPortrait #CreativePhotography #CloseUp #PhotographyTechniques #Nikon #EngelPhotography
Photographer
James Engel
Date & Time
Tuesday, May 6th, 2014 at 11:21 PM America/New_York
Focal Length
55mm
Shutter Speed
1/250 sec
Aperture
ƒ/25
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