this is a thoroughly enjoyable TreeTreat, Susanne, thank you for both capturing these images of tree character formed by being beaten and badgered, and for taking time to share this gallery with us.
Susanne, you do it well . . . i'm a bit envious and here's why . . . i stop shooting between november and march unless there are frosted forests in sunlight, but your photos inspire me to try try again . . . to me, november is the ugly month, but to you it's an opportunty to present the character of the leafless tree.
Thank you for your kind words. And yes, the winter months can be a bit dull. But I am drawn to the limited colour palette (which doesn’t necessarily is important in b/w) and to the more ‘quiet’ landscape. In summer or autumn nature is something a bit crowded if you know what I mean. And yes, the unique character of the ‘naked’ tree is something quite beautiful to me. I hope my perspective and what drives me is helpful.
not sure it will be helpful, Susanne, in photography, i always "work it" different angles, different crops, different zoom levels, different light play . . . i do very well with intimates of woodland wildflowers, dragonflies and mushrooms . . . for landscapes i excel at cascades along mountain strems, waterfalls, sunrises, sunsets and snowscapes . . . but for ome reason which i can't isolate, i can be in a november forest and love being there but can't seem to do portraiture worthy of the inherent beauty . . . so . . . your work inspires me to try again, ty!
i’ve found that sequencing will never be permanent (unless it’s already printed in a book of course) and that’s okay! It’s a feeling that changes with each passing day.
I agree. The way I look at a single photograph or a sequence for that matter will never be the same, because I change, my view and knowledge about photography changes. And that is okay. Exciting even...
your trees especially , had their own personalities, posing for your camera, their shapes and appearances providing individual compositions within the overall picture frame., and yet very much apart of it..thank you for the walk.
The lichens fascinate me too. They are so interesting. Their colours, their structure and how they feel when you touch them. They (some types) also look amazing when in bloom.
Hola , Éstas Fotografías En Blanco Y Negro , Son Extraordinariamente Hermosas. Ese Bello Árbol Solitario Y Torcido , Me Recordó Al Que Sale En La Gran Película De Andrei Tarkovski 1986 Sacrificio ( Offret ). Un Saludo.
this is a thoroughly enjoyable TreeTreat, Susanne, thank you for both capturing these images of tree character formed by being beaten and badgered, and for taking time to share this gallery with us.
Thank you, David for looking and commenting! Glad you enjoyed it. Trees are one of my favorite things to photograph!
Susanne, you do it well . . . i'm a bit envious and here's why . . . i stop shooting between november and march unless there are frosted forests in sunlight, but your photos inspire me to try try again . . . to me, november is the ugly month, but to you it's an opportunty to present the character of the leafless tree.
Thank you for your kind words. And yes, the winter months can be a bit dull. But I am drawn to the limited colour palette (which doesn’t necessarily is important in b/w) and to the more ‘quiet’ landscape. In summer or autumn nature is something a bit crowded if you know what I mean. And yes, the unique character of the ‘naked’ tree is something quite beautiful to me. I hope my perspective and what drives me is helpful.
not sure it will be helpful, Susanne, in photography, i always "work it" different angles, different crops, different zoom levels, different light play . . . i do very well with intimates of woodland wildflowers, dragonflies and mushrooms . . . for landscapes i excel at cascades along mountain strems, waterfalls, sunrises, sunsets and snowscapes . . . but for ome reason which i can't isolate, i can be in a november forest and love being there but can't seem to do portraiture worthy of the inherent beauty . . . so . . . your work inspires me to try again, ty!
Okay, your focus has been a different one then. Which is great. If you go out feel free to share your experience! All the best!
thanks again for the inspiration to give it another go, i'll be on the lookout for your future tree shares :)
Beautiful work! Thank you for sharing it.
Thank you for your feedback, Kevin!
A lovely series! There are more than one here that are outstanding! Thanks for sharing
Thank you, Tom! Happy you like them!
my favorite work of yours yet!! Your style is so nice and you inspire me to compose more square photos!
Thank you so much, Phoenix! Although I am happy with the photographs, I found it hard to sequence them in a coherent order.
And yes to the square format! My camera has the option to choose the square format and now I fell in love with it again (always loved my 6x6 TLR).
i’ve found that sequencing will never be permanent (unless it’s already printed in a book of course) and that’s okay! It’s a feeling that changes with each passing day.
and so rad!! love it
I agree. The way I look at a single photograph or a sequence for that matter will never be the same, because I change, my view and knowledge about photography changes. And that is okay. Exciting even...
exciting indeed!
solitary trees ! mystical ....
Yes, they are! 💚
very nice!
Thank you, Dan! Happy you like them!
your trees especially , had their own personalities, posing for your camera, their shapes and appearances providing individual compositions within the overall picture frame., and yet very much apart of it..thank you for the walk.
Thank you, Rick! There really is something special about solitary trees. Happy you enjoyed them.
So lovely! The lichens really grabbed me today - they are so structurally lovely, the little overlooked ornaments of the forest :)
The lichens fascinate me too. They are so interesting. Their colours, their structure and how they feel when you touch them. They (some types) also look amazing when in bloom.
Beautiful. What is it about a leaning tree? Gets me every time.
I know. Trees old, gnarly, crooked by the wind - they always catch my attention. There is something about them I can‘t put into words...
Those last 6 photos are stunning together, wonderful series!
Thank you, Xavi! Those are my favorites too!
Stunning. I love Denmark, and would love to visit it again someday.
I can‘t wait to be back in May!
Absolutely fantastic shots. What camera did you use?
Thank you, friend! Those are all photographed with a small compact camera I bought at the beginning of last year. I love it so much.
Is it a digital camera or film?
Digital.
Nice wood Nice pictures
Thanks, Fred!
These are fantastic Susanne, especially the trees towards the end of the post!
Thank you, Dave! Yes, that tree was my favorite one too!
Hola , Éstas Fotografías En Blanco Y Negro , Son Extraordinariamente Hermosas. Ese Bello Árbol Solitario Y Torcido , Me Recordó Al Que Sale En La Gran Película De Andrei Tarkovski 1986 Sacrificio ( Offret ). Un Saludo.
Muchas gracias por el cumplido. El arbol era maravilloso.
Great!
The woods are lovely, dark and deep,
But I have promises to keep,
And miles to go before I sleep,
And miles to go before I sleep.
I especially love the 6th photo from the top of the row of trees.
Thanks, Alex!