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Butterlfies at the zoo

Sometimes to celebrate nature, we need to visit a place that may not be deemed natural. Zoo's help us celebrate nature by allowing us to see animals we may...
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Sometimes to celebrate nature, we need to visit a place that may not be deemed natural. Zoo's help us celebrate nature by allowing us to see animals we may never get the opportunity to see in the wild as well as to help ensure the longevity of the speces
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NIKON D5600

settings

Aperture f/6.3 ISO 4000 Shutter 10/1250 Focal Length 3000/10

location

Melbourne, Victoria, AU

upload_date

Jul, 2019

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151

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Awards

Zenith Award

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Spring 21 Award

Legendary Award

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Top Choice

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Outstanding Creativity

+10

Superb Composition

Absolute Masterpiece

Peer Award

Magnificent Capture

Emotions

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Behind The Lens

Location

I took this photo in the Butterfly House at the Royal Melbourne Zoo. There were hundreds of butterflies flitting around and this one landed right next to me.

Time

This was taken in the morning, not long after we arrived at the zoo.

Lighting

The Butterfly House is a heated greenhouse with natural lighting. This seems to diffuse the light to make it all look more even.

Equipment

This was shot on my Nikon D5600 with the standard kit lens.

Inspiration

The beautiful colours inspired me to take this photo. The angle of the butterfly really showed off it’s wings.

Editing

I did a little editing in photoshop to bring out the colours and sharpen the blacks.

In my camera bag

I carry my Nikon D5600, the two kit lenses (18-55mm & 70-300mm) and another 24-70mm lens. I also have a tripod, spare batteries and macro and wide angle lens filters. I also carry some “Hot Hands” for those cool nights where the lens starts to fog up.

Feedback

Butterflies are always on the move. Your best bet is to stay still and be patient. One will land soon!

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Butterlfies at the zoo

Sometimes to celebrate nature, we need to visit a place that may not be deemed natural. Zoo's help us celebrate nature by allowing us to see animals we may... Read more

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