In this commanding wildlife portrait, Bruce Graham captures a Great Horned Owl in close-up, its piercing yellow eyes and feather tufts sharply defined against a blurred autumn backdrop. The mottled plumage is rendered in exquisite detail, emphasizing both camouflage and character. The image conveys strength, focus, and timeless beauty, making it a standout addition to Bruce’s Signature Collection — a celebration of raptors and their enduring presence in the wild.
Captured on October 19, 2023 at 13:08, this image was taken using a Canon EOS 90D with an EF100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS II USM lens. The shot was composed at a focal length of 400mm, with settings of ISO 2500, aperture f/6.3, and shutter speed 1/2500 sec, delivering crisp feather detail and luminous autumn tones.
