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Islands in the Sky

I used a low tripod and panoramic apparatus within the crown of a large spreading tree. Using a very wide full frame lens (non fisheye) I shot just four frames vertically upwards at degrees of 0, 45, 90 and 135 thus covering the whole sky.

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Color Photography Contest

2025

Nominee

Landscapes

Non Professional

Islands in the Sky

I used a low tripod and panoramic apparatus within the crown of a large spreading tree. Using a very wide full frame lens (non fisheye) I shot just four frames vertically upwards at degrees of 0, 45, 90 and 135 thus covering the whole sky.

About Artist

Chris Pegman

Broad vistas that take your breath away and a sense of wonder at the enormity of it all. International award winning Panoramic Landscape & Astrophotographer Chris Pegman produces these kinds photographic art images by marrying the beauty of nature with technological advances in processing techniques & gear, with the intention of capturing the spirit of being there. Chris is an experienced and passionate photographer, having won many awards for his images both nationally and internationally. His works include commercial images for NZ Tourism, Heritage New Zealand and many others, including 6 weeks recently in the Pitcairn Islands. Chris has been practicing as an Osteopath for over 30 years, and is a father of 3 daughters & 3 granddaughters.

Chris Pegman

Photographic Areas of Focus

Aerial, Astro, Landscapes

Location

New Zealand

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