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Winged Ascent

A powerful moment captured as a wild raptor launches into flight, revealing the precision, strength, and instinct that define life in the natural world. The image highlights raw movement and the delicate balance between force and control in a fleeting, untamed instant

Awards

Black & White Photo Contest

2026

Honorable Mention

Wildlife

Professional

Winged Ascent

A powerful moment captured as a wild raptor launches into flight, revealing the precision, strength, and instinct that define life in the natural world. The image highlights raw movement and the delicate balance between force and control in a fleeting, untamed instant

About Artist

Saleh Alshamali

Aerial photographer since 2013 | Wildlife & environmental enthusiast since 2021 | Political news media – Kuwait Visual storytelling of global cities and rare wildlife. 📸 Instagram & YouTube: Videos of birds, nature, and cities. https://www.instagram.com/alshamali.kwt/profilecard/?igsh=ZnNwaGc1M3pqZGZi https://www.youtube.com/@714aberdeen6

Saleh Alshamali

Photographic Areas of Focus

Aerial, Architecture, Fine Art, Minimalism, Nature, Street, Travel, Wildlife

Location

Kuwait

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