Maggie Shannon, Photographer, Los Angeles

Description

A black and white, close-up shot features a carpenter bee positioned on the open palm of a human hand. The bee, rendered in striking detail, contrasts with the textured skin of the hand. The bee's wings are slightly spread, and its body is clearly defined against the neutral background, which is a flat, mid-tone gray. The high-contrast lighting emphasizes the bee's features and the lines of the palm, adding depth to the composition. The photograph is shot with shallow depth of field.