July 2021 / Week 2

Pederson Shrimp

Photos of the Pederson Shrimp are pretty common, but I like the perspective of the shrimp in this image. The head and antenna of shrimp are in focus and at eye level. The soft, blurred background helps to emphasize the focused parts of the image.

Equipment and settings: Nikon D850 / INON z330 strobes / 105mm / f6.3 / 1/200th / ISO 125.  
Location: Bari Reef, Bonaire

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November 2021 | Week 3

November 2021 | Week 3

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October 2021 | Week 4

October 2021 | Week 4

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October 2021 | Week 3

October 2021 | Week 3

I was on fire spotting cryptic teardrop crabs on our last night dive at Salt Pier. This little guy was one of three crabs I spotted that night - pretty good considering I had never spotted one on my own before. These critters are so small, it is difficult to know...