Survivors in Sandstone

Gallery: LandscapePosted July 12, 2014195 views4 comments

This is another from my 2011 files in Devil's Garden. It's amazing how some of these can thrive under such unlikely circumstances. I would be interested to know how old this juniper(?) is. Full frame, larger image included.

E-3 ZD11-22 (11mm) ISO100

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Comment posted by Dan Kearl on July 12, 2014 at 6:35 PM

Classic So. Utah scene...
I love the minimalist comp and the small delicate flowers.
Very nice.

Registered on September 2, 2013, 209 Posts, 1514 Comments

Comment posted by Preston Birdwell on July 12, 2014 at 11:44 PM

I like this, Bill. I do have a couple of suggestions...

There appears to be a bit too much blue/cyan in the greys and whites. Second, that bit of dark matter near the bottom edge catches my eye. Third, I suggest a crop from the top so that the tree, which is the star of the show, is the more dominant element.

I like the color and textures, and the flowers are nice bonus.

Nicely done,

--P

Registered on November 1, 2003, 471 Posts, 5188 Comments

Comment posted by gary phillips on July 13, 2014 at 9:52 PM

i like this, Bill. The solitary juniper is a testament to the determination of these desert species. I agree with Preston about the cyan in the greys, but I do like how they stand out against the red sand and sandstone. If it were mine I might pump up the reds just a little. Nicely seen.

Registered on October 24, 2013, 185 Posts, 4136 Comments

Comment posted by Harley Goldman on July 15, 2014 at 9:50 AM

I like this a lot. It gives a great feel for the red rock country and the amazing places plants survive. I like Preston's ideas about the crop and the cyan, but minor stuff. Real nice image.

Registered on November 19, 2003, 586 Posts, 11271 Comments