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The Forest's Whisper

This fine art photograph reveals a serene woodland where tall trees form a natural gallery. Light filters through leaves, casting mesmerizing shadows. A winding path or stream invites viewers on a peaceful journey, evoking reflection and connection with nature’s quiet beauty.

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Black & White Photo Contest

2025

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Landscapes

Professional

The Forest's Whisper

This fine art photograph reveals a serene woodland where tall trees form a natural gallery. Light filters through leaves, casting mesmerizing shadows. A winding path or stream invites viewers on a peaceful journey, evoking reflection and connection with nature’s quiet beauty.

About Artist

Doreen Mcgunagle

Doreen McGunagle Fine Art www.doreenmcgunagle.com Dr. Doreen McGunagle is an award-winning fine art nature photographer whose evocative imagery blends the worlds of conservation, fine art, and storytelling. As the founder and creative visionary behind Doreen McGunagle Fine Art and Spirited Design Studio, she is committed to capturing the natural world's majestic beauty and quiet power. Her work reflects a visual mastery of landscape and wildlife photography and a deep dedication to environmental preservation and conservation advocacy. Based in Tequesta, Florida, McGunagle has traveled extensively across continents, most notably the wilds of Africa, the unspoiled landscapes, and the intricate ecosystems of Florida’s coasts and wetlands. Each destination offers her a canvas to document fleeting moments of natural wonder, from the gaze of a leopard in a tree to the soft silhouette of elephants at sunset. Her limited-edition photography collections are characterized by dynamic compositions, delicate light, and an ability to convey the soul of her subjects. McGunagle’s distinctive artistic approach focuses on conservation storytelling through fine art. She strives to inspire viewers to reconnect with the wilderness and recognize the urgency of protecting endangered landscapes and species. Whether through sweeping panoramas or intimate animal portraits, her work serves as visual poetry and a call to action for global conservation. Her art has been recognized and exhibited at numerous prestigious venues. Highlights include ArtExpo New York, Red Dot Miami, Palm Beach Art, Antique & Design Showroom, and the Cornell Art Museum in Delray Beach, Florida. Her celebrated image Enduring Bonds, depicting a tender moment between a mother elephant and her calf at a watering hole, was prominently displayed at the Palm Beach International Airport’s Art Gallery as part of the “Along the Path” Exhibition curated by the Public Art Committee. This image and others form the heart of her ongoing Africa Collection and Wildlife Reflection Series. McGunagle has also contributed to international photography publications and has been recognized with awards and features in NOIR and UCP International Photo Magazines and the Hall of Fame Books series. Her work appeals to private collectors, interior designers, and art consultants seeking museum-quality limited editions that enrich spaces with elegance and environmental consciousness. Beyond her photographic achievements, Dr. McGunagle holds a Ph.D. in Management and is a faculty member at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. Her academic expertise in sustainability, business strategy, and nonprofit leadership complements her work as a conservation photographer. She is also the founder of Global Voices for Nature. This nonprofit organization leverages fine art photography to advocate for conservation education, support environmental initiatives, and provide grants to emerging conservation photographers worldwide. McGunagle’s unique blend of visual artistry and academic rigor positions her as a thought leader in conservation-focused fine art photography. Through her lens, she invites others to slow down, observe, and appreciate the timeless rhythms of the natural world. Her artistic philosophy is rooted in the belief that photography can connect us emotionally to nature and inspire us to become better stewards of our planet. As she continues exploring remote destinations and documenting nature’s quiet power, McGunagle remains dedicated to using her art to create a legacy of awareness, appreciation, and action for the environment. For more information and to view collections: www.doreenmcgunagle.com Instagram: @doreen.mcgunagle

Doreen Mcgunagle

Photographic Areas of Focus

Fine Art, Landscapes, Nature, Wildlife

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United States of America

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