Monochrome Majesty: Bruce Graham’s Great Grey Owl Close-Up from the Signature Collection

In this dramatic wildlife portrait, Bruce Graham captures a Great Grey Owl in black-and-white, its symmetrical facial disc and piercing eyes dominating the frame. The monochrome treatment enhances the textures of the feathers and the intensity of the gaze, creating a timeless and commanding image. The blurred background isolates the subject, ensuring that every detail of the owl’s face is brought into sharp relief. This photograph is a standout addition to Bruce’s Signature Collection — a celebration of raptors and their enduring majesty.

Captured on November 15, 2023 at 14:50, 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/5.6, and shutter speed 1/500 sec, delivering crisp feather detail and tonal depth in monochrome.