Redbud, Patapsco State Park

This is my take on the classic Eliot Porter photo of redbud and new

spring leaves. The juxtaposition of the clear magenta of the redbud

blooms against the luminous green of fresh leaves always astonishes

me. It's something of a challenge to capture the subtle yet striking

color and the dynamic range from the highlights on the flowers and

leaves to the shadows of the woods.