Lesser Scaup – Cambridge, Maryland
In the soft drizzle of a March morning near Cambridge, Maryland, a Lesser Scaup floated into view through the fog — pausing just long enough to meet my lens with its piercing yellow eyes. The moment was hushed and intimate, the kind you don’t plan for but never forget.

Photographed from the shoreline with a telephoto lens at water level, the image captures the scaup's quiet resilience — a compact diver with a sharp gaze and a presence that defies its small frame. The fog-muted light wrapped everything in gray tones, allowing those vivid eyes and delicate plumage to stand out like brushstrokes on a minimalist canvas.

Available in a variety of fine art sizes and finishes — a striking addition for waterfowl lovers, bird art collectors, or anyone who finds meaning in the quiet moments nature offers.

Framing shown for display purposes. Pictures come unframed professionally printed to fit standard frame sizes.

Bill Mish Photography