“Nature’s Gaze”

Captured during the elk rut in the heart of Jasper National Park, this image freezes a fleeting yet powerful moment. As I tracked this bull elk from a respectful distance, he turned and locked eyes with me—an instinctive glance that seemed to carry the weight of the wilderness. Framed through a 600mm lens, this encounter was more than a photo opportunity—it was a shared breath with nature itself, quiet and commanding.