a black and white photo of a lion walking through water

A highly realistic, detail-rich, high-contrast black-and-white photograph captured with a Canon EOS R5 and RF 85mm f/1.2L USM lens. The scene shows a majestic male lion at eye-level, confidently and steadily striding through shallow water toward the camera. His thick, powerful mane is caught in a gentle breeze, each strand crisply defined, conveying his strength and regality. In the distant background, a dramatic lightning bolt splits the sky, striking the horizon and adding tension and drama. The intense contrast and sharp focus emphasize the textures of the lion’s mane, the droplets of water, and the raw power of nature, creating a stunning, lifelike image charged with energy and intensity, --ar 1:2 --style raw