Check out these 10 black and white animal portraits I took in different zoos across Germany. However, don’t get too excited, most of these photos were actually taken back in 2016. But hey, thanks to some new tools and techniques I’ve picked up over the years, I’ve finally been able to finish them up!

The photographs are presented without further information except for the title and the location. No explanations, no talking. Just enough silence to allow for silent conversations between you and the image. What story does it tell you? Which emotions does it convey? Does it mean something to you? Why? Feel free to ask each animal in each photo and listen to its answers. They surely have some fascinating stories to tell.

For truly silent conversations, I encourage you to click on the photos for a larger view in an almost distraction-free lightbox. Prints of these animal portraits are available on request.