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Turret Shells, by Elizabeth Brown - Close-up Photography, Turret Shells, Sea Snails, Nature Photography, Fine Art Photography

Turret Shells, by Elizabeth Brown

Also known as Auger Shells, Turret Shells are elongated conical shells with tightly coiled turrets. Mainly live in tropical seas, these shells are part of the larger Turretella genus of sea snails that prefer living on muddy or sandy bottoms.…
Despair by Christopher Utano - Artistic Photography, Photo of the Day, Photography Awards, Photojournalism, Online Photography Courses

Despair by Christopher Utano

While visiting the Nassau Art museum on Long Island I proceded to take a few photos of some of the sculptures on the grounds. I used this sculptures sense of depth to take a photo of myself as the subject. I set the camera on the tripod and…
Central Park Tunnel, by Christopher Utano - Artistic Photography, Black and White Photography, Photo of the Day, Central Park Photography, Composition Photography

Central Park Tunnel, by Christopher Utano

Photo was taken in Central Park NYC in 2009. I noticed the strong lines in the bricks overhead and seen potential for a good black and white composition. I switched to my 10-20mm lens to get as much of the lines in the shot as possible. I waited…