Poodle Portrait in Coastal Park Shade

A standard poodle stands in profile along a quiet park path near Matanzas, its curly coat catching the hard coastal glare of midmorning light. The dog's distinct muzzle shape and drop ears are sharply defined against a clean background where soft open shade meets bright sky. Fine strands of fog drift low over the grass, adding a subtle texture to the turn-of-the-season air. In the immediate foreground, out-of-focus fern fronds create a natural bokeh frame that isolates the subject. The poodle's dark eye reflects a hint of the surrounding greenery, while its paws rest firmly on the damp earth. A human hand gently touches the dog's shoulder, at the base of the moment in intimate presence without distracting from the animal's poised stance. The Hasselblad lens renders the fur texture with tactile clarity, showing individual ringlets catching the light.