Chambered Nautilus Drifting Over Seagrass in above a seagrass meadow near Surry Hills, Sydney

Chambered Nautilus Drifting Over Seagrass

by Cameron Bradshaw

Soft, diffused light from an overcast sky falls through the deep blue water, illuminating a chambered nautilus as it hovers above a dense seagrass meadow. The shell displays intricate spiral chambers with creamy white ridges against a backdrop of muted greens and browns. Tiny suspended particles glitter in the water column, catching the ambient glow without harsh shadows. The seagrass blades sway gently beneath the creature, their tips brushing the sandy bottom. The nautilus floats weightlessly, its translucent fins barely disturbing the water. A small cluster of green leaves rests near the lower right corner, anchoring the composition.

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nautilus seagrass underwater Sydney marine life deep blue overcast light early summer
Camera Fujifilm X-H1*AI-imagined, not shot. For real Fujifilm X-H1 photos, grab one online.
Lens XF 56mm f/1.2 R
Focal Length 56mm
Aperture f/1.2
Shutter Speed 1/4000
ISO 400
Film shot in RAW with minimal editing
Location above a seagrass meadow near Surry Hills, Sydney
Date 2023-10-06
Credit VEETER
License Free for any use
Coordinates -33.8913, 151.2597
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