Color Splash by Nirupam Roy

In this striking macro capture, the photographer focuses on the vibrant, intricate patterns of a Common Jezebel butterfly. Taken in the Himalayan Dooars, the image highlights the creature's natural brilliance, which the photographer only fully appreciated upon reviewing the shot on the camera screen. The composition is a testament to the beauty found in the natural world, elevated by the photographer's keen eye for detail and color. This award-winning photograph stands out for its technical precision and the way it transforms a common insect into a captivating, artistic splash of color.

Color Splash by Nirupam Roy
Nikon D7000 with 55-300mm | Exposure 1/640sec @ f/5.6 | ISO 240 | Focal Length 300mm
Copyright Β© Nirupam Roy
Light & Composition Photo of the Day

Nirupam Roy

REGISTERED PHOTOGRAPHER

Hailing from the small town of Tufanganj in West Bengal, India, Nirupam Roy balances his professional life as a school teacher with a profound dedication to photography. His journey began with a desire to document family travels, but quickly evolved into a passionate pursuit of artistic expression and nature observation. Through his lens, Roy explores the beauty of the world around him, finding peace and a new perspective on humanity and nature. His work reflects a constant evolution of creative concepts and a deep-seated commitment to his craft.

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99/500
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Award Reach | Reviews
12,084 views | 6 Reviews
Award Winner Photo of the Day
Award Date October 25, 2015
66.0
AWARD SCORE
Value 13.0
Clarity 12.0
Composition 18.0
Style 12.0
Skill 11.0
Photograph Location
Dalkhola, Mohona, Raiganj, West Bengal, India

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Color Photography
Nirupam Roy Photography

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5.0/5 points
1,496/1,000 Social Share
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5.0/5 points
12,084/2,500 Page View
Reviews
0.3/5 points
6/100 Review
Submissions
1.0/5 points
99/500 Submission
Jury Score: 66.0/80
Resonance Score: 11.3/20
Total Award Score: 77.3/100

Expert Photography Reviews · 6

Amara Diallo Portrait, Human Story & Narrative Portraiture Expert Review
We look at this Common Jezebel and we don't see an insect; we see a life lived in vibrant, fragile geometry. Nirupam Roy caught a gaze that isn't human, yet it feels deeply familiar. It’s as if the butterfly paused to tell us a secret about the Himalayan light. I’m genuinely moved by how the colors pulse against the shadows. It’s a portrait of a fleeting existence, reminding us that listening is how we truly see.
Eleanor Voss Composition & Visual Structure Expert Review
The frame’s geometry hinges on the butterfly’s diagonal axis. It’s a rigid, calculated placement that anchors the chaotic saturation of the wings. The negative space doesn't merely exist; it forces the eye back to the central fulcrum. While I’m usually repulsed by such garish color palettes, the structural discipline here is undeniable. It’s a rare instance where the composition survives the subject’s inherent sentimentality. The visual architecture holds, even if it’s almost too loud.
Lena Brandstrom Macro Photography, Optics & the Science of the Seen Expert Review
At 300mm, the focal plane is razor-thin, yet Roy’s capture of the Jezebel’s wing scales is startling. The diffraction of light across those chitinous surfaces is, in the strictest physical sense, extraordinary. I’m genuinely moved by how the f/5.6 aperture renders the background into a soft, creamy bokeh, isolating the insect’s vibrant geometry. It’s a rare moment where the lens’s resolution finally catches up to the complexity of nature. I’ve rarely seen such precise optical clarity.
Marcus Trent Human Truth, Documentary & The Decisive Moment Expert Review
You caught the Jezebel in a moment of quiet intensity. It’s easy to get lost in the macro details, but I’m struck by the stillness you found in the Dooars. You didn’t just document a pattern; you waited for the light to hit those wings just right. I felt a genuine sense of calm looking at this. It’s honest work. You weren't just clicking a shutter; you were really looking. That’s where the truth lives.
Rafael Ortega Shutter Technique, Motion & the Cinematic Single Frame Expert Review
The shutter snaps, and the frame freezes a frantic, vibrant pulse. It’s a macro sequence where the Common Jezebel’s wings become a flickering edit, caught mid-beat. I’m breathless looking at the saturation; it’s like a jump cut into pure pigment. Roy didn’t just capture an insect; he locked the motion of a living stained-glass window. It’s the frame the editor keeps because the movement is still humming inside the stillness. I’d kill for that color.
James Rokeby Camera Craft & Technical Execution Expert Review
1/640sec at f/5.6, 300mm. It’s a tight margin for error. At 300mm, the depth of field is razor-thin, yet you’ve locked focus on the Jezebel’s wing pattern with clinical accuracy. I’ve spent years chasing this kind of sharpness; it’s genuinely frustrating how well you nailed it. The ISO 240 keeps the noise floor quiet, letting the color saturation hold without artifacting. You didn't just capture a butterfly; you calculated the exact intersection of light and biology.
Reflections on this Photograph
By Rashid Noor

The Architecture of the Ephemeral

Why do we insist that permanence is the only measure of value? We build monuments of stone and write histories in ink, hoping to defy the inevitable erosion of time.

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By Sven Lindqvist

The Weight of Wings

We look for meaning in the grand gestures, in the storms that strip the trees bare or the long, heavy silence of a frozen lake. We forget that the world is also held together by the fragile. A wing, a vein, a pulse of pigment against the grey.

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