Tucked deep in the bark of an old tree, a tawny owl is roosting - the term used for an owl's daytime tranquillity. With eyes closed and feathers softly ruffled, he seems completely absorbed in his surroundings. The world may pass by; here, silence reigns.
His posture is relaxed, his gaze closed to the daylight. Warm sunlight plays along its trunk, accentuating the soft texture of its plumage. In this apparent simplicity lies a special beauty: the rare sight of a wild owl in complete surrender to tranquillity.
This image captures the magic of the forest in a quiet moment. It is an encounter with a nocturnal animal at its most vulnerable - sleeping, trusting, entwined with the tree in which it rests.
An ode to stillness, camouflage and the harmony of wild animals with their habitat.
Nature is my greatest inspiration. With my camera, I try to capture wild animals in their purest form - unadorned, with respect and wonder. Each image tells something about the animal's behaviour, strength or vulnerability. My work is an ode to the beauty of wildlife, and.. Read more…
Netherlands
Germany
Netherlands
Netherlands
Netherlands
Germany
Netherlands
Netherlands
Netherlands
Germany
Germany
Germany