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Snapshots: Julian W.




Name: Julian W.
Type of photographer: Professional
Equipment: Sony Alpha 100, Hasselblad Xpan-II, Nikon D2X, F5 and F100


Blossoming butterfly
After being tasked to photograph a pupa and its emerging resident for a publication, I converted my room into a makeshift studio. The client had given me precise instructions on how to care for my fragile guest. Further research on the Internet gave me more confidence to ensure a successful metamorphosis.

I borrowed a pot of plants from my neighbor and prepared my studio lights. To resolve the problem of an artificial background, I decided to use my army uniform to stimulate the butterfly's natural habitat.

As butterflies tend to complete the metamorphosis process around dawn, I had to wake up at 5am everyday to check its progress. After testing my patience for four days, it finally emerged successfully! The beauty was later returned to the client to continue its lifecycle.
Equipment: Nikon F100 with 105mm F2.8 and studio lighting; shot on Fujichrime Velvia rated at ISO 40

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