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Zola_Chen

UNDERWAETR WOMAN

MY MUSE

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Taiwan

Jan, 2023

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Location

This photo was taken underwater at Turtle Island (or Guishan Island) in Yilan, Taiwan. Turtle Island is an active volcanic island and a renowned attraction in the waters off the coast of Yilan. It is known for its beautiful natural landscapes and unique geological features.

Time

This photo was taken in Turtle Island, Taiwan, at around 2 PM in the afternoon. The photo captures an underwater portrait session in the waters around Turtle Island, aiming for the most natural underwater portrait photography.

Lighting

Only natural light was used, penetrating through the water layer, without the use of flashlights or photography lights.

Equipment

The photography equipment used included a Canon 5D Mark IV with a 16-35mm lens, housed in a Nauticam housing with a 230mm Zen dome port.

Inspiration

This was a casual trip among friends, primarily for underwater photography at Turtle Island, Taiwan. We captured this image in the most relaxed and easygoing manner.

Editing

I converted it into black and white, as monochrome photography is my beloved means of expression.

In my camera bag

I usually carry a DSLR camera with two lenses, one being a telephoto lens and the other a standard lens. If it's for work, I'm an underwater photographer in my studio, so I typically prepare a housing with corresponding lenses like the 16-35mm or 8-15mm. Recently, I've switched to the Sony A1.

Feedback

I recommend everyone to try underwater photography to capture the sensation of weightlessness in the water. It differs from photography on land, with a focus on portrait techniques that heavily depend on factors such as weather, water conditions, underwater visibility, and the model's comfort and poses.

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UNDERWAETR WOMAN

MY MUSE

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