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Nicely Symmetrical Black Widow

Nicely Symmetrical Black Widow

A standard black widow with a pretty gold and red pattern on her back. She was a fun subject.

A standard black widow with a pretty gold and red pattern on her back. She was a fun subject.
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OLYMPUS E-300

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settings

Aperture 16843009/1684300 ISO 100 Focal Length 16843009/1684300

upload_date

upload_date

May, 2017

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Awards

2020 Choice Award

Superb Composition

+6

Absolute Masterpiece

+3

Outstanding Creativity

+2

Top Choice

+2

Peer Award

Magnificent Capture

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