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Awestruck

Awestruck

I will never forget releasing the shutter on this shot! As this huge Southern Right Whale and calf approached, I told my dive buddy to swim down and kneel on t...
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I will never forget releasing the shutter on this shot! As this huge Southern Right Whale and calf approached, I told my dive buddy to swim down and kneel on the sand about 8-10 metres below and to just wait for the Whales to come into view. The feelings of awe are written all over Quinton's stance as he looks up in amazement at what lies ahead of us. This was such a natural moment, which unfolded in a single breath.
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Canon PowerShot G16

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Aperture f/4 ISO 100 Shutter 1/200 Focal Length 6100/1000

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Oct, 2017

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OMG - That is absolutely remarkable. Awestruck, indeed.

OMG - That is absolutely remarkable. Awestruck, indeed.

Stunning!!

INCREDIBLE

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wow so spooky

Haha! It was the most amazing experience of my life so far. 😊👍

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