The owl, with its piercing gaze and intricately patterned feathers, is often seen as a symbol of wisdom and mystery. This photograph captures its watchful expression, as it sits calmly atop a weathered wooden post. The stark white background allows every detail to stand out—the texture of the feathers, the sharpness of the talons, and the natural elegance of the bird’s form. It’s a piece that brings a sense of calm and contemplation to your space, offering a touch of nature’s quiet beauty.
The owl, with its piercing gaze and intricately patterned feathers, is often seen as a symbol of wisdom and mystery. This photograph captures its watchful expression, as it sits calmly atop a weathered wooden post. The stark white background allows every detail to stand out—the texture of the feathers, the sharpness of the talons, and the natural elegance of the bird’s form. It’s a piece that brings a sense of calm and contemplation to your space, offering a touch of nature’s quiet beauty.
"Nature is my source of inspiration and all my ideas have their origin in nature."
Patterns that nature could hardly have produced more beautifully are Mariëlle Leenders' speciality. Since 2000, when the Dutchwoman graduated from the Design Academy in Eindhoven, she has been working as a designer, photographer and creative consultant. Her speciality: nature-inspired photopatterns that appear as natural as possible despite digital manipulation. Mariëlle not only wants her work to be aesthetically pleasing, but also to make the viewer aware of nature's need for protection.