Tiger Shark: Ocean Sentinel
A tiger shark glides through the blue in this creative macro photograph, where a small figurine is transformed into the convincing illusion of a full-sized marine predator. The close-up composition emphasizes the shark's broad head, powerful profile, and rugged texture, while the softly blurred underwater background enhances the sense of depth and realism. Though the subject fits comfortably in the palm of a hand, macro photography and close-up filters reveal details that bring the miniature to life. Part of a creative series exploring marine life through toy photography, this image celebrates the artistry of perspective, magnification, and imagination. #TigerShark #Shark #MacroPhotography #ToyPhotography #MarineLife #UnderwaterPhotography #Ocean #WildlifePhotography #AnimalPortrait #CreativePhotography #CloseUp #PhotographyTechniques #Nikon #EngelPhotography
Photographer
James Engel
Date & Time
Tuesday, May 6th, 2014 at 11:14 PM America/New_York
Focal Length
55mm
Shutter Speed
1/250 sec
Aperture
ƒ/25
ISO
100
Animals
Animalia, Chordata, Chondrichthyes, Carcharhiniformes, Galeocerdonidae, Galeocerdo, Galeocerdo Cuvier (Tiger Shark)
Keywords
Filter, Close-Up Filters, Landscapes & Nature, Macro Photography, Marine Life, Photography Effects, Photography Genres, Photography Techniques, Safari Ltd. Incredible Creatures, Toy Photography, Underwater Photography
Camera
Nikon D7000
Approximate Map Location
Latitude: 39.016356
Longitude: -77.509994
Altitude: 104.0 meters / 341.2 feet
Longitude: -77.509994
Altitude: 104.0 meters / 341.2 feet