Blue Shark Emerging from the Blue
A blue shark glides out of the deep in this creative macro photograph, where careful lighting, close-up filters, and a shallow depth of field transform a detailed miniature into a lifelike underwater predator. Viewed head-on, the shark's sleek profile and graceful movement create a sense of motion against the softly blurred ocean-inspired background. This image highlights the elegance of the blue shark while showcasing the artistic possibilities of macro and toy photography, blending realism with imagination in a striking marine scene. #BlueShark #PrionaceGlauca #Shark #MarineLife #MacroPhotography #ToyPhotography #UnderwaterPhotography #Ocean #WildlifePhotography #PhotographyTechniques #CloseUp #Nikon #EngelPhotography
Photographer
James Engel
Date & Time
Tuesday, May 6th, 2014 at 11:24 PM America/New_York
Focal Length
55mm
Shutter Speed
1/250 sec
Aperture
ƒ/36
ISO
100
Animals
Animalia, Chordata, Chondrichthyes, Carcharhiniformes, Carcharhinidae, Prionace, Prionace Glauca (Blue 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