fall season,  leaves,  Plants,  seasons

Ya had to shoot fast

I find leaves are amazing but especially in the fall. Seems nature makes wonderful art with them. For this image I found the wind blowing so I had to compose and shoot fast before my composition changed. Every fall when I see the leaves fall I feel a bit of frustration and sadness that they are not able to continue their life cycle, as man has other ideas for their lives. I may have whined about this before. 😁 Anyway, I’m drawn to the details, shape, lines, texture and color of leaves in the fall. I know some people who see “leaf creatures” in images like this. I’ve searched but don’t see any here or lack the openness of a child’s mind to see them. However, our good friend and fellow photographer, Mark, does here, here, here and here.

Retired. Having fun with photography. Journal daily. Meditate daily. Learning haiku/poetry. Have a love for fountain pens.

6 Comments

  • Mark

    For the past few years, I’ve found myself staring at the leaves on the ground more than in the trees. Your photos is a perfect example of why. I just enjoy these types of patterns. Thank you for the mentions.

    I see a couple creatures in your pile. 🙂

    • Monte Stevens

      I relate to staring at leaves on the ground. That seems to be the canvas I’m drawn to. Such beauty in leaves. My porch/patio is a haven for them, where the wind swirls them around constantly creating patterns. And, with that soft musical rustling sound. Loved your slideshow and music!

  • Tom Dills

    I love the texture in the leaves against the soft color. While I don’t see creatures, I find the rocks peeking through the openings humorous, like they are reminding us that they were there first. 😉

  • Monte Stevens

    I’m not sure, to tell you the truth. Most of them are cottonwood leaves. We also have linden and elm trees here. We have 2- or 3 maple trees nearby but do not see them in this image.