Wondrous Flight
“The splendorous colours and patterns of a Barn Owl (Tyto alba) in full flight silently beating her wings. This beautiful nocturnal raptor captures the faintest noise with her superbly designed facial disk and complex auditory system”. —Carmen Mandel-Cesareo
This image is featured in National Geographic online
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Image © Carmen Mandel-Cesáreo
Supporting Owl Rehabilitation
I donate 100% sales proceeds from this image to PAWS Progressive Animal Welfare Society for the loving rehabilitation of an injured Barn Owl and for their continuous efforts to re-instate rehabilitated wildlife to their homes.
To learn more about these magnificent creatures visit:
Owl Pages
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Artist statement
My photographs are not enhanced; they represent the true nature and colours of the subjects as captured by the lens. I never lure my animated subjects to come close to me: spontaneity is the key.
This is an original image.

{Details for the group Only Owls: Nikon D50, 200 mm, exposure auto, metering spot 1/3200 sec F/7.1, 0 EV, ISO 800, AF-A. Image as is, not cropped, not retouched}
Wondrous Flight belongs to the following groups:
Art for Conservation and ONLY OWLS Available for sale asMatted Prints, Laminated Prints, Mounted Prints and Framed Prints

jesika
Superb capture
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Carmen Mandel-... replied
Thank you for visiting, Jesika.
Ellen
Its very beautiful this photo Carmen, well done!
Carmen Mandel-... replied
Ellen, how nice, thank you.
Racheli
Magnificent capture Carmen.
Carmen Mandel-... replied
I appreciate your comment, Racheli. Thank you for adding this precious creature to your favourites.
Robert Elliott
brilliant image Carmen
Carmen Mandel-... replied
Rob, thank you for your compliment and for adding this beauty to your favourites.
TracySmith
Nice shot
Carmen Mandel-... replied
Tracy, thank you for visiting.
liliana
A truly amazing capture Carmen! Wonderful image.
Carmen Mandel-... replied
I appreciate your compliment, Liliana, and am pleased you liked her.
Michael Wolf
Beautiful in-flight capture
Carmen Mandel-... replied
Michael, thank you for your kind feedback. She made me hold my breath.
artbyakiko
What a graceful bird! Absolutely beautiful shot!
Carmen Mandel-... replied
Thank you, Akiko, she is very pretty.
この ふくろうわ うつくしい です
ありがとうございます
Lucindawind
fabulous!!!
Carmen Mandel-... replied
Thank you for your visit and feedback, Lu.
Midori Moon
I love owls, awesome capture!!
Carmen Mandel-... replied
Glad you liked this beauty, Siamkatze. You perform a compassionate work by donating to your local shelter.
Kristina K
fantastic shot, wonderful bird :)) k
Carmen Mandel-... replied
Glad you noticed this beauty, Kristina, she is very pretty. Thank you for your kind comment.
Malcolm Chant
OMG this is an instant favorite.
Malcolm
Carmen Mandel-... replied
She is regal, isn’t she Malcom?. Thank you for visiting.
jdmphotography
Really stunning ! ............. Excellent work ! …….. Carmen …......... (-;
lilian marshall
I love owls they have the most beautiful faces !!!!.Lovely capture .Well done !!!
David Clarke
Wonderful shot, Carmen, so full of action:))