SUMMARY
Fifteen-year-old Parham Pourahmad has won the Youth Winner award at the prestigious Audubon Photography Awards for a striking image of a Long-eared Owl in flight. The photograph, noted for its rich golden hues and the magical complementarity of the owl and its background, was taken with Nikon DSLR gear. Pourahmad captured the moment at Coyote Hills Regional Park before sunrise, framing the owl within its habitat to emphasize their connection. He utilized a Nikon D3500 and a third-party Sigma 150-600mm lens for the shot.
TAKEAWAYS
15-year-old Parham Pourahmad won the Audubon Photography Awards Youth Winner title.
The winning image features a Long-eared Owl in mid-air, praised for its warm lighting and composition.
Pourahmad used Nikon DSLR equipment, including a Nikon D3500 and a Sigma 150-600mm lens.
The photograph highlights the connection between the owl and its natural habitat.