Australian Water Dragon
Australian water dragon
Australian water dragon
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SONY ILCE-7M3
Aperture 5/1 ISO 200 Shutter 1/200 Focal Length 110/1 
Sydney, New South Wales, AU
Mar, 2023Views
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Location
When I first learned about my camera, I often visited the Royal Botanic Gardens in Sydney as there is so much wildlife. You see sights you wouldn't expect in the middle of a large cosmopolitan city. Where an Australian Water Dragon is directly in your path.Time
The image was captured in the early morning when the gardens had just opened. ILighting
It was a sunny morning but this shot was taken in the shade from the tree canopy above.Equipment
Just my Sony A7iii handheld. But I had to get close to the ground, so my glutes and thighs got a workout, if you can call them equipment (lol!).Inspiration
I was so close to the Dragon, and it didn't seem to be going anywhere. The light was wonderful too. They are amazing creatures and have been on earth almost from when time began. They are common in Australia, but an unusual sight for most people.Editing
Yes, I added texture and a bit of colour saturation to show the many colours on it's skin.In my camera bag
Walking around the gardens, I like to be light on my feet and explore large areas. I take my camera and one lens 28-200 (which has APS mode to 300mm), giving me a versatility of shots. I mainly look for the light and the composition. If the light is good, then I can get a good shutter speed, so no need for a tripod. I don't really want lots of photography knick knacks to burden me. I do have a little sling bag, to carry my lens cap, spare battery, phone and keys.Feedback
Look for the light, and get down to the same level as the animal to achieve a good composition. Use your shutter speed to create the atmosphere in a shot, it's a wonderful 'paint brush'.
