Monochrome Stillness: Bruce Graham’s Chickadee Portrait from the Signature Collection

In this contemplative wildlife portrait, Bruce Graham captures a chickadee perched on a branch, its head lowered in a moment of quiet repose. The black-and-white treatment emphasizes the bird’s distinctive markings and delicate form, while the softly blurred background enhances the sense of calm and focus. The image conveys serenity and simplicity, making it a memorable addition to Bruce’s Signature Collection — a celebration of nature’s quiet beauty.

Captured on February 18, 2022 at 10:50, 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 800, aperture f/6.3, and shutter speed 1/6400 sec, delivering crisp detail and tonal depth in monochrome.