In this monochrome photograph, the cowbell reveals its quiet poetry. Without the distraction of colour, the structure comes to the fore: the soft hairs on the stem and flower, the fine lines in the background, the delicate play of light and shadow. Black and white photography brings a new depth to the depiction of this wild plant - it appears vulnerable and strong at the same time.
This photograph is more than a portrait of a plant - it is a meditative look at the essence of nature. The cowslip as a symbol of new beginnings and transience appears almost sculptural here. The picture radiates a contemplative calm and is ideal for minimalist rooms or as part of a nature series in black and white.
The clear contrast and emphasised texture make the photo particularly effective in a medium portrait format.
I have always enjoyed photography. Even when I was young, I took photos with the Beirette. It even happened to me once that I inserted a film twice ... and the photos I took were very interesting.
I then bought my digital SLR camera in 2014. The first photos..
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