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Two orcas surface
Two orcas surface

Two orcas surface

The quiet serenity of the Arctic fjords

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A rare purity in the Arctic fjords: two orcas gliding together in an almost unreal calm sea, beneath the monumental relief of Norway's snow-capped mountains. The water, as if polished by the light, reflects the sky and the shapes of the animals with unexpected softness, creating a striking contrast with the starkness of the landscape.

The composition highlights the serenity and harmony of this scene: two perfectly contoured black silhouettes, synchronized in a slow, almost choreographed movement. No wind, no ripples—only the immaculate surface, the breaths of the orcas rising in a light mist, and the white immensity of the peaks in the background.

This photograph reveals another facet of orcas: not the power of the hunt or the speed, but the discretion, fluidity and grace with which they move in their polar environment.
Two orcas surface
Two orcas surface Sale price€49,00

The story behind the image

“That day, the sea was exceptionally calm, which is extremely rare in the fjords in winter. I remember perfectly that almost absolute silence. The orcas moved slowly, in family groups, and their breaths resonated more loudly than their movements. The light mist created by their breathing rose straight into the cold air before disappearing just as quickly.”

What made this moment so special was the water's perfectly smooth, almost varnished surface. It reflected the light from the sky and softened everything: the outlines, the colors, even the presence of the animals. The two orcas seen here swam in perfect synchronicity, without rushing, as if they too were enjoying the calm.

I was very low in the water, almost at the surface, which gives the impression of being in their wake, in their world. It's a very simple moment, but incredibly beautiful, where everything seems aligned: the sea, the mountains, the light… and these two orcas gliding in majestic silence.

Stéphane Granzotto

Why is this image unique?

This image is unique because it captures something extremely rare in the Arctic: absolute calm. In a region where conditions are often harsh, unstable, and unpredictable, a sea as smooth as glass is almost a miracle. This calm transforms everything: the surface becomes a mirror, the silhouettes of the orcas seem to float, and the scene takes on an almost meditative dimension.

The presence of two orcas, perfectly aligned, reinforces this harmony. Their synchronization, the finesse of their movements, the elegance of their black forms against the white backdrop of the mountains — everything converges towards a composition that exudes serenity.

It is a fragile, suspended moment, which nothing can guess or reproduce: a gift of light, weather and wildlife, brought together in a fraction of a second.

Art print

Printed on Canson Infinity paper, each artwork is crafted with professional care, certified, and signed by the artist. Prints are available in various sizes, framed or unframed. Each piece captures the richness of golden hues and the depth of the Arctic sea.

The photographer's recommendation

This photograph naturally finds its place in serene, bright, and refined interiors: bedrooms, minimalist living rooms, relaxation areas, or cozy offices. It works beautifully with neutral tones—beiges, off-whites, light woods—and brings a sense of calm and spaciousness.

A matte black frame, light natural wood or white aluminum particularly enhances the softness of the surface and the contrast with the snow-covered mountains.
It's an ideal room for creating a serene and contemplative atmosphere.

The artist

Stéphane Granzotto is a photographer, filmmaker, and diver, as well as a Canon Europe and Canson ambassador. His work explores the intimate connections between marine animals and light, in an approach that is both artistic and naturalistic. Discover his complete world on the Biography page.

Place

Northern Norway
Arctic fjord

Species

Orca
Orcinus orca

Device

Canon EOS R5
RF70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM
1/160 — f/2.8 — ISO 160 — 158mm

The collections

Cachalots

sperm whales

Orques de Norvège

Orcas

Mer

Sea

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