The Magic of the Wild
by Bill and Linda Tiepelman
Title
The Magic of the Wild
Artist
Bill and Linda Tiepelman
Medium
Photograph - Digital Photograph
Description
Once upon a time, on a sunny afternoon, in a quiet corner of the woods, there lived a dirty little chipmunk by the name of Chippy. He sat perched upon a dark brown stump, with his cheeks puffed up full of peanuts, as if trying to store them for a long winter ahead. Despite his disheveled appearance, Chippy was as content as can be, happily munching away on his favorite snack.
The details of his fur were incredibly fine, with each individual strand visible in perfect clarity. His reddish-brown coat was matted in places with dirt and leaves, and his tiny paws were stained from digging around in the earth. But despite his unkempt appearance, Chippy was a photogenic critter, with fur that seemed to reflect the warm tones of the afternoon light.
The background behind Chippy was a blur of color, with smooth and creamy bokeh creating an intimate and serene mood. The leaves of the trees behind him were a deep green, with dashes of sunlight filtering through, creating brightly lit highlights on the scene.
As he munched on his peanuts, Chippy would occasionally pause, and with soft and expressive eyes he would glance around the woods, as if appreciating the beauty of the moment. He was so caught up in the peacefulness of his surroundings that he hardly even noticed the camera lens pointed his way capturing every detail of his little life.
And so, with his belly full of peanuts, Chippy eventually scampered off into the underbrush to find a cozy spot to rest. But the memory of that serene and photogenic moment would linger on, vivid and detailed, in the minds of all who bore witness to it.
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October 24th, 2023
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