Trees & Forest
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Invitation - Smokey Mountains Nat'l Park, Tennessee - USA
A full spectrum of forest green found on the Laurel Falls trail in the Smokey Mountains National Park. Walking back from the falls, this scene captured my attention and awe, on an otherwise ordinary forest trail. Looking up, as I often do, I observed the afternoon sun illuminating the forest, providing this lovely palette of greens. I also noticed, as the crowd rushed by, people were either occupied in conversation, or fixated on their destination, and I seemed to be the only one in the moment, taking note of this magnificent and subtle beauty being provided to us all by mother nature, inviting us to slow down and admire it.
Driftwood Delight - Lover's Key, FL
I was particularly excited to visit Lover's Key Beach. Among the other highlights it offers, this was my first opportunity to witness, and photograph the phenomena of driftwood on the beach. This beauty, with it's distinct contour, lines and wood pecked holes, did not disappoint, and filled me with delight!
A stunning array of Fall colors provided by these fallen leaves in Yellow Springs, OH. We were on a camping outing, and trying to stay dry. While not too thrilled about being rained on while camping, the freshly fallen rain rewarded me with some extra luster in this capture.
Winter Whimsy - Dayton, Ohio - USA
On a typical Winter morning, I looked outside the front window, and became filled with wonder and fascination from these rain drops dangling on the ends of the bare winter branches. Each branch contained a drop of water, providing an incredible scene of glistening sunlight and reflections. On a whim, I grabbed the camera, and immersed myself for quite a while in a world of simple, subtle beauty, hoping to capture and convey the feeling of wonder it provided to me.
The coastal mist, which was invisible to the eye, allowed for these fascinating sun rays. I pulled over to the side of the road simply to stop and bask in a coastal view atop the cliffs on the Oregon Coast. When I looked over and up, I was struck with awe and excitement from this unexpected, gloriously mystical scene.
Winter Silence - Dayton, Ohio - USA
Even in the dead of Winter, there is beauty to be found all around, as long as we are in the moment and available to perceive it. This scene was found at the Englewood Metro Park in Dayton, Ohio. A small, temporary pond had formed from the overflow of the lake. I spotted it from a distance, and walked to the edge, silently observing the beauty revealed and reflected back to me. I decided on some creativity in the edit, turning it into a silhouetted scene with a sepia/bronze filter.
InfiniTree - Idyllwild, California - USA
"In simplicity, there is truth, and there is beauty. In simplicity, we find wisdom. In silence, we find wisdom. In experience, we find wisdom. In nature, we find wisdom. Timeless, and infinite." This is a top down view of a tree stump. It looks as though you can see infinity within this single tree stump. I was fascinated by the detail, and the variety of contrasts, This photo is barely altered, simply added a bit of intensity to the colors to highlight the color variance.
Enchantment - Seal Rock, Oregon - USA
An enchanting forest of surreal, twisty shore pines, found on the Oregon Coast, at Seal Rock State Park, accented by the gray coastal mist
Reverent Reflection - Dayton, Ohio - USA
"It all begins with "reverence for life".. the revealing of the mysteries, the occurrences of magic.. when we learn to appreciate the simple magnificence of life, the extraordinary appears more often.. Mere reverence, wonder, and awe for our experience expands the mind, and connects us to a universal source.. What we label this reverence is of no importance.. call it Jesus, call it source, call it divinity, doesn't matter.. I use many phrases, but tend to settle on "intelligence" - something beyond our limited scope that puts it all together & holds it in place. Matter of fact it's the labeling and attaching to ideas of what it is that closes the mind & puts us in divisive & defensive modes.. stops us from experiencing true wonder.. Thankfully we're provided opportunities moment to moment to practice being in awe.. the beauty & diversity of our planet.. the diversity & beauty of the strangers we meet.. so much beauty to observe.. so many reminders, so many reflections" ~ BBB Tree and bushes reflection in a downtown, city park, man made pond in Dayton, Ohio
This magical, colorful sunrise was taken at Lake Riverside Estates in Aguanga, CA from the driveway of my residence. Elevation approximately 4k feet. I was provided unforgettable sunrises at this location on a daily basis, as the sun would come up over the East mountains, providing these gorgeous colors,reflected beautifully by the lake. What a magical way to start the day.
Urban Awe in the Fall - Salem, Oregon - USA
One of the best places to see Fall color in the entire state of Oregon is actually in it's Capital city of Salem, with beautifully preserved, new and old stretches of nature throughout the city. This scene is on the edge of downtown. This beautiful, old, stone, mossy bridge was an instant favorite of mine upon arriving to Salem, but I hadn't photographed it yet. Driving past this scene, I was looking forward and up, and was fascinated by the colorful tree canopy. I said, "aww man, shoulda came through here before the leaves all fell". Then said "it's still a nice scene, let's stop the car". It was then, In the Moment of awe & wonder that I recognized these incredible, huge piles of fallen leaves, and how well they played together with this bridge that I've been wanting to capture.
Ordinary Oregon - Salem, Oregon - USA
Just an ordinary scene in Oregon. A Winter sunset, with typical coniferous trees, seen and captured while walking around the block, in the city.
Luminous Look Up - Salem, Oregon - USA
Looking up, as I often do, I was fascinated by this fantastic display of light and luminosity, from the sun shining down through the tree canopy, at Minto Brown Island Park in Salem Oregon.
Capital City Cherry Blossoms - Salem, Oregon - USA
Cherry Blossoms at the Oregon State Capital Building grounds, which is also designated as a State Park.
