Trying to find scenes of just nature within our cities can be a challenge. I look for low angles or move around the subject to isolate it and give the impression of being outside the city. Removing telephone poles, lampposts, pavement, signs, are what I’m after. This image was taken next to the tennis ball court at one of my hotels. I’m also kneeling in parking lot in an effort to eliminate larger buildings just over the horizon. If it wasn’t for the mulched area at the trunk of the tree, some people my not know the image was taken within the city. Have a great week!
8 Comments
Anita Jesse
I am a huge fan of bare-limbed trees. Straight-forward and unadorned with spring finery, they show all their strength and complexity.
It can be quite a challenge finding that point of view, can’t it?
Monte Stevens
In some cases, impossible, Anita. That is one of the pluses you, and the husband, have in living where you are. I’m a tad bit envious. 🙂
Don Cooper
It looks like one of the urban renewal projects from the 60’s and 70’s, one lone tree left.
Monte Stevens
Yes, it does. And, that grass also gives it away. Nature does not groom itself like that very often.
QPB (Mary Ann)
You’re right–a little change in perspective gives a totally different feel. I love it.
Monte Stevens
Thanks, Mary Ann. Have a super day!
Ken
I like the way you isolated the tree from the background, Monte. Very nice
Monte Stevens
Thanks, again, Ken.