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The rocket
The rocket

The rocket

An orca in full flight

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A moment of pure energy, in the heart of an Arctic fjord swept by wind and fading light. The orca bursts to the surface in a spray of water, its streamlined back traversing the scene with impressive power and speed.

The low winter sun, almost at horizon level, casts a golden edging that highlights the animal's silhouette. The splashes of water create a luminous trail, giving this image its name: the rocket.

The composition is dynamic, almost cinematic: the orca cuts through the sea to reach a hunting ground, guided by sounds transmitted across kilometers of icy water. The scene expresses both the raw power and the elegance of movement, as well as the profound connection between these animals and their polar environment.

The prints made on high-end art paper intensely reproduce the texture of the water, the golden light and the details of the spout.
The rocket
The rocket Sale price€49,00

The story behind the image

"Once again, I remember that moment very well."
That day was probably the craziest I've had over all those winters in Norway. I think it was the day I saw the most orcas—maybe close to 200. An incredible day, but with pretty strong winds, which meant I didn't get to dive much.

At the very end of the day, as the sun was about to disappear, the orcas accelerated. They headed towards a specific spot in the fjord, probably because they could hear, several kilometers away, the sounds of other groups that had found herring.

The group we were following suddenly started swimming at full speed on the surface to reach the hunting site. And there was this female that I photographed, truly magnificent, with that edge of light framing her silhouette, and that spray of water thrown up by her speed.

All the power and elegance of these animals is there, in that precise moment.

Stéphane Granzotto

Why is this image unique?

This image is unique because it captures a moment of pure speed—a moment that the human eye perceives for only a fraction of a second. The orca, hurtling at full speed, bursts forth like a dark arrow in a fjord illuminated by the last polar sun.

The golden, ultra-low-angle light creates a luminous outline on the animal, accentuating the sensation of speed and giving the scene an almost unreal dimension. It's a light typical of Arctic winters, but difficult to capture at the precise moment the animal emerges.

The spray of water, frozen in the icy air, conveys the violence of the thrust and the muscular power of the orca. The contrast between the metallic blue of the fjord and the warmth of the light makes the scene both raw and poetic.

This blend of strength, precision, and grace in motion makes "The Rocket" a rare image, a precious testament to the group dynamics and incredible speed of orcas when they go hunting.

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

The rocket fits particularly well into elegant and warm interiors dominated by wood, cream tones, and natural materials. The force of the movement and the splashes of water create a very dynamic visual contrast within a refined and classic decor.

The image works just as well:
• in offices or workspaces where a strong and inspiring piece is desired,
• in interiors with warm colors (solid wood, beige, cream, caramel),
• in classic, contemporary or “executive” settings with moldings, soft lighting and elegant furniture,
• with a matte black frame, which highlights the strength of the silhouette and the water splashes.

With its golden light and vibrant energy, this photograph brings a powerful yet elegant dimension, ideal for a workspace, library, entryway, or sophisticated living room.

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
1/1600 at F2.8, 500 mm, ISO 500,

The collections

Cachalots

sperm whales

Orques de Norvège

Orcas

Mer

Sea

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