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White-lipped Viper

Discussion

3 replies
Posted by Des Ong on September 3, 2007 at 6:54 PM
Still sorting some of the shots I took earlier this year. This might be Trimeresurus albolabris.

Regards,

Des

D50
90mm
f6.3
1/60s
ISO400
Posted by Justin on September 4, 2007 at 3:06 PM
The lighting picks the snake out very well from the darker backdrop and the way the snake's body curves from the top of the frame to the bottom works well.
I'd try possibly try and tone down the brighter area of the snake at the top of the frame as it draws the viewers eye away from the snakes head.
Posted by Marko Trebušak on September 5, 2007 at 12:47 AM
I agree with Justin. I would add that the lower of two branches is a bit of distraction coming out of the corner, and I would think about cloning it out. That aside, it's a wonderful snake and I like the body's bends leading to very sharp looking head.

Cheers,
Marko
Posted by Des Ong on September 5, 2007 at 8:50 AM
Thank you both for your comments :wavey:

Cheers,

Des