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Spent a couple hours walking around the gardens. Found myself drawn to

this Winter micro-landscape. Had to lay in the snow a bit for this

one. Low and close is a good way to think in photography.

........would have done it even without taking a pic. lol!

Well, I think your efforts were well-rewarded.  I like it!  The sapling in the front is no doubt the same as the large tree behind it, and this image kind of speaks to me about the cycle of things.  Good job!  If I remember correctly, you're from Ohio?  I'm in Indiana and I'm kind of missing the snow this winter.....I'd like a little, just not too much!  :-)

The low perspective has really paid in terms of the composition. The light catching the snow crystals in the foreground look great and interspersed with the shadows they intensify the feeling of being right there!

Sincere Compliments Tim

Best Regards

Alf

Christal, I like your "cycle of things" perspective. I really wanted to focus on this little piece of ground amongst the grand scheme of things. I think I've gotten away from the smaller picture lately with my photography and I would really like to get back to more intimate landscapes.

Actually, I'm from Michigan, but you're pretty close. I'm just about 13 miles north of the Ohio border. I too am missing the snow, although we got a couple of fresh inches last night so Hopefully I can get out and take advantage.

Alf, I really appreciate your thoughts on this shot. I've always been drawn to shadows. Perhaps that's what caught my attention first.

I was considering toning down the bluish cast of the shadows a bit, but thought they contrasted nicely with the orange needles on the ground.

Thank you both for taking the time!

Very nice point of camera, (I hope you are dry now...)the  light/shadow  dispersion Is soft and beautiful. I find your observation of this point very rewarding , It tells the  whole story with just some details.!

 ;-)) I'm glad  you have all the tea you can handle and you are back with us!

Thank you Pnina, Me too.