This photograph captures a young elephant calf walking closely within the safety of its herd, flanked on both sides by protective adults. The baby moves forward with quiet confidence, still learning its place in the world but already surrounded by instinctive care. A subtle detail in the image is one of the adult elephants — a well-known individual in the Luangwa Valley — who is missing half of its trunk, a unique feature that makes this herd especially recognizable.
The light in the background filters softly through the bush, casting a gentle glow around the calf, while the shade in the foreground creates contrast and depth. The overall feeling is dreamy and calm, evoking the innocence of youth and the strength of family.
This image was captured in South Luangwa National Park during a personal mission to document Africa’s most iconic species in their rawest, most natural form. Working solo and fully immersed in the bush, the goal was to reflect the quieter, often overlooked moments that speak volumes about wildlife connection and survival.
In a home or interior space, this print brings a sense of peace, protection, and the gentle beginnings of life. It’s ideal for those who appreciate nature’s softer side and want to bring an authentic piece of Africa into their environment.
Dazmental is a wildlife filmmaker, photographer, and storyteller dedicated to capturing the raw beauty of nature as a mirror to the human spirit. Based between Cape Town and the wild frontiers of Africa, his work is rooted in immersive, soul-led narratives that spotlight the emotion, .. Read more…
Germany
Germany
Germany
Netherlands
Germany
Germany
Netherlands
Germany
Germany
Netherlands
Germany
Germany