Portfolio · 15 photographs
Black Background
Against a black background, my attention turns to the subject itself: the texture of feathers, the delicate structure of a wing, the unfolding of a flower. By allowing the surroundings to recede, I want to give these small details space and invite a slower, closer look.
Wings of Glass
A dragonfly spreads its finely veined wings against black, their translucent structure catching shades of green and blue.
Hawfinch Portrait
TopA hawfinch turns its powerful bill towards the light, revealing the delicate texture and warm tones of its plumage.
Columbine in Light
TopPink outer petals frame the pale centre of a columbine, where slender stamens cast delicate shadows.
Colours in the Dark
A lilac-breasted roller rests on a curved branch, its ruffled breast and long tail feathers standing out against the darkness.
White on Purple
A white butterfly rests on a purple flower, its curved proboscis, slender legs and wing veins revealed in close detail.
A World of Red
Seen from above, a red mushroom cap becomes an almost abstract study of colour, scattered scales and subtle surface textures.
Teasel in Bloom
A ring of tiny lilac flowers surrounds a teasel head, contrasting with its sharply defined green spines.
Two Bee-eaters
Two bee-eaters perch on a diagonal branch, their green plumage, yellow throats and blue markings standing out against black. Both look to the left, echoing one another’s pose.
Architecture of a Flower
Purple and white filaments radiate around the layered centre of a passionflower, with green and deep red accents revealing its intricate structure.
Dragonfly in Profile
A golden-toned dragonfly rests on weathered wood, its profile revealing slender legs, a segmented abdomen and finely veined wings.
Red and Gold
Red petals tipped with yellow radiate from a richly coloured centre, their folds catching the light.
A Quiet Gaze
A small falcon looks forward from a slender branch, its warm breast feathers and dark facial markings giving the portrait a quiet presence.
Lotus Unfolding
A pink lotus bud begins to open, its softly veined petals unfolding above green outer petals. Against black, the emerging flower becomes a quiet study of form.
Wings in Golden Light
Light passes through the orange wings of a butterfly above purple flowers, tracing their irregular edges against the darkness.
Three Teasels
TopThree dried teasel heads rise to different heights, their spines and stems traced by slender lines of backlight.