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This photo was taken in the bush-veld region of South Africa on a reserve by the name of LissatabaTime
The photo was taken in the early morning while on a game walk to a waterholeLighting
It was taken during the golden hours so low lighting was perfect and not too harshEquipment
This shot was taken with a Canon 70 D and 100 mm macro lensInspiration
The contrast between the color of the beetle and the plant made me think the shot would be one to remember and it turned out pretty OKEditing
Bot much processing was done just a small crop and processing using DPPIn my camera bag
Normally the 70 D and a 6D with a selection of lenses depending on the shoot focus. Flashes and reflectors remote releases are an important inclusion as well as a tripod. In the case of walks in the heat of the bush I do not tend to take a lot of kitFeedback
Always be prepared. You will be amazed what you can see and photo opportunities exist on the way to a shoot before you get there.