how do I get it so the pic is right there in the thread rather than a link to a pic?

I want a photo tube now! Those are some awesome photos!

Orange Montipora - Nikon D40

Here ya go :)

http://www.canreef.com/vbulletin/att...9&d=1213199264

I see Der_Iron_Chef already did it for you but for future reference all you need to do is place these around you picture's uploaded location "[IMG]www.yourpicturelink.com[/IMG]"
You can also click on the insert image button in the message tools as well.
If all else fails you're welcome to email pics to me and I'll post them for you.


Also very nice picture, do you remember the settings you used with you D40? Were you using the 18-55mm lens?

If the winner would prefer an open tube over the sealed box design I would be happy to offer the choice. So all you gotta do is win :biggrin:

I think its going to be an awesome contest! How can you shoot top downs without a box? I suppose what I'm asking is how do you beat/avoid the glare from your lighting.

Well obviously first you need the water to be perfectly still. To avoid the lighting glare you may need to move or angle you lights a little so you're not shooting into a glare zone. Usually you can find a window to shoot through were the light doesn't bounce back at the camera. It may be a little tricky and take a little practice but it's definitely doable. Also a polarizing filter can be helpful.

It should also be noted that if the winner already has a box and doesn't require another one he or she is welcome to donate the prize the second place.

My Attempt
 

Ok, seriously not as amazing as the other posts, but I think it's interesting none-the-less.

http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/g...ntest-June.jpg

Camera-nothing fancy-Kodak Easy Share Z612
Settings-Automatic with flash off
I was standing on a ledge with one foot-and the rest of my body pressed up against the tank-leaning over the top afraid to breath for fear of falling.

Nice one Underwater, very interesting indeed.

What are those? Anemones?

Also did a quick fix in Photobucket, would you prefer to enter this one?

http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a1...ntest-June.jpg