#52weeksofnature Photo Contest Week 52 Winner
The winner of Week 52 of our #52weeksofnature photo contest is Gorka Ezkurdia (@gorkagurdi). We're excited to be closing out the 2020 #52weeksofnature photo contest with some empty perfection from the Canary Islands. Explore the #52weeksofnature T-Shirt Section on our site to view t-shirts of past winners.
Where was the image shot?
Canary Islands
What camera did you use and what were the settings?
Camera: Canon 5D Mark IV
Lens: Canon 100-400mm
Shutter Speed: 1/500
Aperture: f10
ISO: 100
Was there any special preparation required to capture the photo?
Not really, it was a big day and it was not easy to be in the water so I decided to take photos from the land. It was a beautiful day.
How long have you been shooting?
I started 6 years ago when I was 17, but since I was little this world has called me a lot.
What's your favorite subject matter to shoot?
The sea, since I was little I have been closely related to the sea and it is what I like the most.
Where would be your dream location to take photos?
Without any doubt, it would be Teahupoo and I hope to be there soon. It’s my dream.
Who are some photographers that inspire you?
I couldn't tell you all, it's a long list, but a few are Ben Thouard, Alex Postigo and Zak Noyle.
What excites you about photography?
I am excited to be in contact with nature every day, and I would love to be able to continue doing this for a lifetime.
