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The Essence of Africa

The Essence of Africa

The Umbrella thorn, one of Africa's signature species, and once again the sunset you can only find with the African sun

The Umbrella thorn, one of Africa's signature species, and once again the sunset you can only find with the African sun
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NIKON D3100

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Aperture f/14.0 ISO 1600 Shutter 10/40000

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Feb, 2014

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592

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...this is fantastic :-)

The true essence. Well done!

I love this capture, it is amazing.

Excellent shot

What a wonderful capture, the lighting is fantastic, focus so sharp, every detail is here. Truly a masterpiece!

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Very lovely capture. Sandy

Great Shot, Nice Work

nice entry......very African....voted

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Gorgeous shot love the light !

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