A full-bodied humpback whale, Megaptera novaeangliae, in a breaching position, showcasing the entire whale from the pectoral fins to the fluke, Medium: Digital photography inspired by the crisp, vibrant imagery associated with National Geographic Magazine, Setting: Amidst the deep blue sea with low angle perspective making it an eye-level encounter with the viewer, Style: A blend of naturalistic and documentary photography, encapsulating the raw beauty and power of the creature while maintaining an accurate representation of the subject, Lighting: Strong overhead sunlight illuminating the scene, casting intense light on the whale’s body and creating shimmering reflections on the water surface, Colors: Deep ocean blues, shimmering teals, and the glossy silver-gray of the whale’s skin, enhanced by professional color grading, Atmosphere: A sense of awe and majesty, with the immense size of the whale juxtaposed against the limitless expanse of the sea, Key Composition Elements: High-speed shot to freeze the action in crystal clear detail, low-angle perspective to emphasize the enormity of the breaching whale, a wide-angle lens to capture the entirety of the subject and its surroundings, eye-to-eye viewpoint for an engaging, immersive visual experience –ar 12:17 –v 6.0 –s 250 –style raw
