Male Emu

• Photographer
  Tailai Obrien

Male emu coming into full breeding condition with luxurious neck feathers due to a recent moult and below zero night time temperatures in its habitat

Tailai OBrien is a fifth generation farmer and champion for the preservation of heritage breeds of livestock. Tailai has a passion for sustainable agricultural practices and ecological care of the land. This philosophy requires keen observational awareness and creative thinking. The play of light and these two skills are key elements incorporated into Tailai's intuitive approach to photography.