Shot against a deep black background, this flower portrait feels almost theatrical. The delicate pink petals of the cuckoo flower are softly lit, glowing at the edges where the light catches the fine hairs along the stems and buds. The composition is balanced yet loose, with the flowers stretching diagonally across the frame in gentle arcs. What really stands out is the contrast — the bold black gives the soft pinks and pale greens a striking presence. Each detail becomes more defined: the textures of the leaves, the tiny hairs, even the slight curves of the petals. There’s a sense of quiet elegance here, like the flowers are caught mid-dance in a dark room. It’s minimal in color but rich in mood, with the lighting giving just enough definition to make the flowers feel almost three-dimensional. A simple but powerful study of form, light, and contrast — showing that even the smallest wildflowers can hold the spotlight.
Welcome to my world of photography. I am Martijn Jebbink, born in the Netherlands and living in Rome.
I grew up in a small town, surrounded by an impressive forest. In that environment I developed my own way of looking at the world. At first, I didn’t see..
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