The photo shows a small owl, a little owl, sitting on a robust, old branch. The owl looks straight into the camera with intense, bright yellow eyes that contrast brightly with its brown-grey, dotted plumage. The patterns on its chest and head are clearly visible, adding to its distinctive appearance. The owl is sharply shot, with plenty of detail in its feathers.
The background is out of focus and consists of soft, green tones, which puts the full focus on the owl and suggests a natural habitat. The lighting is soft and even, highlighting the owl well without harsh shadows. The whole picture exudes a sense of calm and observation, with the owl's gaze expressing a certain curiosity or vigilance.
Marco Hoogma started photography at the age of 10. What started with plane spotting soon grew into photographing nature, people and animals. It was therefore a logical choice for him to go to the school of photography to be trained as a photographer. For Marco, photography is like.. Read more…