This colourful photograph captures the proud, intense gaze of an emu in stunning detail. The deep amber eyes, sharply focused on the viewer, exude curiosity and vigilance at the same time. The light subtly captures the bluish tones in the neck and the sheen on the beak, fully showcasing the animal's natural beauty.
The background, soft green and out of focus, forms a perfect contrast to the dark feathers and makes the portrait stand out. Every hair and feather is visible, enhancing the sense of closeness and realism - as if you were face-to-face with this fascinating bird.
In this shot, precision and character meet: it is not just an animal portrait, but a moment of pure connection between man and animal. The picture exudes tranquillity and strength, showing how refined and expressive nature can be when you really look.
An image that lingers - not only because of its technical perfection, but especially because of the personality it expresses. The emu seems to fathom you for a moment, and in that moment you feel the animal's quiet grandeur.
Photography was born out of passion, but has also become work. I mainly photograph outdoors in greenery and also like to go home and abroad to capture our beautiful world. My specializations are travel photography, nature (landscape and macro) and architecture. My latest work can also.. Read more…