Abstract or Conceptual Contest Entry by David Vanderplank

July 29, 2025 - 3:58 pm

Moon Jellyfish

I found this Jellyfish near the surface after a dive off the Island of Culebra. Their movement is mesmerizing and certainly otherworldly, a fascinating underwater world. They catch light and illuminate nicely with an underwater video light.

Shot with a Canon 5D and EF100mm at f/6.3 - 1/200 sec - ISO 320

2 Comments

Remco Gerritsen July 30, 2025 - 9:21 am

Loving the colours.

David Vanderplank August 1, 2025 - 5:48 am

Remco Gerritsen [Edited]

I agree, the underwater world can be so colourful!

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