The Neighbours
Marc van Eyken - Photography
Great Egret, Golden Hour at Tylee Marsh
400mm f/11 1/10000s ISO 2000 4:3
Stillness in Gold
A solitary Great Egret stands poised in shallow water, its slender neck curved in quiet focus. The golden ripples of the evening reflect sky and sun alike, wrapping the scene in liquid warmth. The egret’s pure white plumage glows softly against this luminous backdrop — a study in contrast and grace.
This image captures more than a moment; it evokes a state of being. Patience, elegance, and instinct converge here, where time seems suspended and the quiet hunt becomes art. The simplicity is deceptive — behind the stillness is a presence honed by nature’s rhythm.