This powerful black-and-white image shows the legs of a galloping horse storming through shallow water. The moment is frozen in time: the water splashes apart in all directions, the energy literally splashing off the photo. The reflection on the smooth water surface adds another layer of depth and abstraction.
This work was created during a photo session in which I wanted to capture the strength and elegance of horses in a natural setting. The rainy atmosphere, the shiny water and the horse's muscular movements inspired me to choose this very moment. There is raw energy in this scene, but also a certain calm in the repetition of the patterns of the splashing drops.
The black-and-white editing emphasises the contrast and textures, giving the image a timeless and artistic feel. Perfect for a modern interior, but also beautiful in a country setting. For lovers of horses, movement, or pure force of nature - this work tells a story of freedom, speed and the bond between animal and environment.
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