Profile of a Gentoo Penguin
Gentoo penguins form some of the largest penguin colonies on the South Shetland Islands. They’re inquisitive birds, and I had no shortage of potential models while I was documenting them. Being around 75cm tall, I decided to get down low to their level and take some close-up photography. With this particular bird, I was able to shoot upwards into a clear white background which really allows the penguin to dominate the shot. The stark contrast of black against white with the bold streak of its orange beak cutting across the frame shows what beautiful, striking birds they are. In post-production I was able to enhance the definition and texture of its densely packed feathers. The finished image is a favourite of mine for the proud posture and prominence of character that comes forth from the penguin.
Gentoo penguins form some of the largest penguin colonies on the South Shetland Islands. They’re inquisitive birds, and I had no shortage of potential models while I was documenting them. Being around 75cm tall, I decided to get down low to their level and take some close-up photography. With this particular bird, I was able to shoot upwards into a clear white background which really allows the penguin to dominate the shot. The stark contrast of black against white with the bold streak of its orange beak cutting across the frame shows what beautiful, striking birds they are. In post-production I was able to enhance the definition and texture of its densely packed feathers. The finished image is a favourite of mine for the proud posture and prominence of character that comes forth from the penguin.
Gentoo penguins form some of the largest penguin colonies on the South Shetland Islands. They’re inquisitive birds, and I had no shortage of potential models while I was documenting them. Being around 75cm tall, I decided to get down low to their level and take some close-up photography. With this particular bird, I was able to shoot upwards into a clear white background which really allows the penguin to dominate the shot. The stark contrast of black against white with the bold streak of its orange beak cutting across the frame shows what beautiful, striking birds they are. In post-production I was able to enhance the definition and texture of its densely packed feathers. The finished image is a favourite of mine for the proud posture and prominence of character that comes forth from the penguin.