Ant
Jan, 2017Views
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Winner in Tiny Nature Photo Challenge
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Behind The Lens
Location
This photo was taken in a field of grass at camp Elim in Forster, NSW. It was rather difficult to chase down these ants as they move with incredible speed and are rather short tempered with a very painful bite (as I found out while trying to capture this shot).Time
This photo was shot moments before the sunset so at around 6pm. I remember that because I remember running as hard as I could to catch the sunset after I had taken the photo.Lighting
The lighting is artificial as at that time of evening the light is rather poor. I have an LED light on my camera that I was using to illuminate the scene as realistically as possible.Equipment
I was in a hurry when I took this particular photo and had on me only my camera, an Olympus TG-4. Though it does have the LED light on it if that could be classified as equipment.Inspiration
I have always been fascinated by the miniature worlds and creatures around us, especially the ants. With the super macro lens on the TG-4 I am finally able to capture it in considerable beauty and clarity.Editing
NoIn my camera bag
As I am a fairly new photographer I only have my TG-4, my tripod and an extra SD card or two. It's not much, but it works for most situations.Feedback
Day light is a big help as you don't have to rely on your camera's LED or a flash (which can sometimes over-light the scene). I find coming in slowly is best as you won't startle the creature you are trying to capture. Though come in too slowly and you will fine the animal has moved since you started your decent. With Fire Ants, Jumping Ants, Bull Ants or other poisonous or painful species of ants it is best to take care to avoid any unpleasant bites or stings. Using a macro lens over a powerful zoom lens is highly recommendable as it is easier to focus without blurring. It also produces a clearer photo.
