Wild Reflection

• Photographer
  Hiroki Nose
• Agency / Studio
  Hiroki Nose
• Technical Info
  Shutter Speed: 1/2500, Iso: 400, Aperture: F/5.0, Focal Length: 400mm
• Photo Date
  February 6, 2025

After a heavy snowfall in Notsuke Peninsula, Hokkaido, I encountered a wild fox approaching a puddle formed by melting snow. I positioned myself low to capture its reflection—sharp, calm, and fleeting. Shooting from this low angle brought out both the fox’s focused gaze and the fragile surface of the snowmelt. The image reveals a quiet tension between wild instinct and stillness, shaped by the overlap of nature and human presence. After hours of detours due to snow-blocked roads, I finally reached this place. This moment made every struggle to get there feel worthwhile.

Born in 1991 in Kanagawa. Currently working as a freelance photographer for a wide range of projects in Japan and abroad, including corporate, advertising, and projects with the Ministry of Tourism. She mainly shoots landscapes, animals, and portraits, and gives them a unique tone. Her specialty is a powerful style that captures light with beauty and impact.