“Whispers in the Wetlands – Black-tailed Godwits, Chilika” by Debarshi Guha Roy

Photographer: Debarshi Guha Roy

Grace in Silence, Poised in Reflection

Highlights:

• Features two Black-tailed Godwits in the calm waters of Chilika Lake, Odisha
• A rare moment of avian ballet and dialogue, mirrored perfectly in still water
• Shot during winter migration, evoking ecological sensitivity and poetic stillness
• Part of Debarshi Guha Roy’s “Wings of the East” series capturing wetland life
• Ideal for minimalist spaces, accentuating serenity and balance

Story:

“In the brackish stillness of Chilika, two godwits pause — one in mid-motion, the other a quiet listener. Between them lies not just a conversation, but the essence of migratory grace, reflected in nature’s perfect mirror.”

Specifications:

• Photographer: Debarshi Guha Roy
• Location: Chilika Lake, Odisha
• Species: Limosa limosa (Black-tailed Godwit)
• Medium: Giclée print on Canson Infinity Rag Photographique 310gsm
• Framing: Matte-finish square frame (white/charcoal black) with museum-grade acrylic
• Orientation: Square
• Mounting: Acid-free mount board with hanging kit
• Edition: Limited to 50 prints per size, hand-signed
• Special Feature: Soft tonal transitions and reflection detail