Through this series I displayed Victorian-style portrait photography, which emerged in the 19th century, emphasizing formal poses, intricate costumes, and moody lighting. Elaborate backdrops and props added elegance, capturing a timeless, dignified aesthetic. This style celebrated sophistication and the growing accessibility of photographic art during the Victorian era.
A mummy stilt bird taught her fluffy chick how to swim! At first, the chick squeaked, “Too cold!” But with Mum’s encouragement, it took its first splash, went too far, and learned an important lesson. Mum cuddled it back, keeping her little one safe and warm.
Hunters are different but prey are same: All Jumping spiders are predators, they are the most important for our ecosystem. I am explaining the predatory behaviors of different types of Jumping spider in India, but quite fascinatingly five Photographs represent five different spices of tiny jumper (5-10mm) but their prey is same- “Moth caterpillar.” Moth caterpillar grows rapidly and molts, five times, are called five stages (1 to 5). 1. Epeus indicus_Male (Stage 1) 2. Rhene rubrigera_Female (Stage 2) 3. Hyllus semicupreus_Female (Stage 3) 4. Siler semiglaucus_Female (Stage 4) 5. Telamonia dimidiata_Female (Stage 5)