Delicate, weightless, and perfectly poised — two harvest mice balance on a slender branch heavy with winter berries, suspended above still water at dusk.

The soft golden tones of the background create a painterly calm, while the glass-like surface below mirrors the scene with almost surreal symmetry. One mouse reaches downward, curious and brave, its tiny paw breaking the water’s surface — a fleeting moment captured in perfect harmony.

This image celebrates fragility and balance in the natural world. Small creatures. Quiet light. A split second of trust between branch, water, and instinct.

Printed large, the reflection becomes a second story within the frame — drawing the viewer in, inviting them to pause and look twice.

Date: 27/02/2026

Photographer: Richard Adams