This photo of 'Macaroeris nidicolens' jumping spider is unique for its soft, delicate colours and playful composition, which beautifully capture the spider's character and personality. Its large eyelash-like hair and expressive eyes make it very "cute" and show how even the smallest creatures have beauty and charm.
For me as a photographer, this photo marks a moment of personal growth, I have mastered techniques like focus stacking, exposure and composition to perfection to reveal details that are normally hidden. Every element of this photo reflects both the wonder of the microworld and my desire to transform insects and spiders into modern art.
I am Efraïm Baaijens, 19, a graphic designer in training at the GLR in Rotterdam and a Hasselblad Masters winner.
My work captures the hidden beauty of micro-life and is fully edited with extreme precision. I use the best equipment, including Hasselblad cameras, and transform insects into..
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