Aerial turquoise reef near Cairns shallow water in beside a reef crevice under clear water near Cairns

Aerial turquoise reef near Cairns shallow water

by Jackson O'Neill

Sunlight penetrates clear water to reveal a vibrant coral reef in the turquoise shallows beside Cairns. A narrow crevice cuts through the formation, casting a dark shadow against the bright sandy bottom. Plankton haze softens the distant edges of the reef, creating a milky gradient in the water column. The late afternoon angle casts long, gentle shadows across the undulating coral structures. Textures range from the rough, porous surfaces of the coral heads to the smooth, shifting sand. Drifting particles float in the current, adding a subtle motion blur to the background while the foreground remains sharp. A thin line of white foam marks the edge where the water meets a submerged rock.

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coral reef turquoise water Cairns aerial view underwater marine life reef crevice plankton haze
Camera Fujifilm GFX100S*AI-imagined, not shot. For real Fujifilm GFX100S photos, grab one online.
Lens GF 63mm f/2.8 R WR
Focal Length 63mm
Aperture f/2.8
Shutter Speed 1/60
ISO 800
Film processed in Darktable
Location beside a reef crevice under clear water near Cairns
Date 2024-05-01
Credit VEETER
License Free for any use
Coordinates -16.9610, 145.7721
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