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A quiet exchange.

The Kākā came to me, pausing only to look back. In its gaze, it seemed to study me in return, wrapped in feathers and forest light.

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Black & White Photo Contest

2026

Nominee

Portrait

Non Professional

A quiet exchange.

The Kākā came to me, pausing only to look back. In its gaze, it seemed to study me in return, wrapped in feathers and forest light.

About Artist

Mark Cornell

I’m a New Zealand photographer drawn to quiet moments of connection within the natural world of Te Waipounamu. My work often explores stillness, light, and the presence of native birdlife, capturing fleeting encounters that feel both intimate and untamed. With a background in visual storytelling, I’m interested in creating images that invite pause, reflection, and a deeper sense of observation.

Mark Cornell

Photographic Areas of Focus

Abstract, Landscapes, Nature, Portrait, Wildlife

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New Zealand

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