This photograph showcases the stunning Golden Pheasant, one of the most colorful and striking pheasant species. The male is a true masterpiece of nature: its golden-yellow crest cascades like a fan over the neck, which features vivid orange and black stripes. The back shimmers in green and blue, while the breast glows in deep red, and the long tail feathers are delicately speckled. Together, these tones create a vibrant and exotic palette that seems almost too perfect to be natural. Photographed in my own aviary, this image captures the remarkable details and dazzling beauty of this extraordinary bird.
The inspiration for this piece stems from my personal fascination with exotic birds, which I am fortunate to observe closely in my own aviary. The Golden Pheasant, with its almost surreal display of colors, feels like a living work of art. Capturing the bird in a calm and natural setting allowed its vibrant hues and elegant form to truly shine. The thought that such a bird, usually associated with the mountains of China, now lives within my own environment inspired me to capture and share this unique momen
Iris Boersma is an artist and photographer, graduating from the Fotovakschool in 2015. Her work focuses on capturing animals and nature, combining special beauty, colour and detail with a personal vision. Iris also enjoys photographing people, landscapes and reportages with special moments. With her keen powers.. Read more…