A realistic illustration of a boy with black hair, with hair covering one of his eyes, yellow eyes, wearing a black suit and black gloves, with an expressionless face. A barn owl (Tyto alba) is calmly perched on his shoulder, its pale heart-shaped face contrasting gently with the dark outfit. The overall composition is quiet and slightly mysterious, but not horror-themed. Lighting is soft and natural, emphasizing the contrast between the boy and the owl without overdramatizing the atmosphere.