Project Images
Gallery Overview
Individual Images
Image 1
A pattern of falling limbs.
Image 2
In this image I like how the foreground tree framed the background one.
Image 3
The snow adds contrast. I had to shoot this from my car due to not being able to walk.
Image 4
An example of other limbs blocking the subject. Did not want to remove it.
Image 5
“Widow maker” fallen tree being supported by another.
Image 6
Close up of the widow maker.
Image 7
Fog as a different look to the Grove.
Image 8
The end of the widow maker as it has fallen and taken the supporting tree with it.
Project Description
Photographing the bare and fallen trees in Funks Grove a 600-acre natural forest area in central Illinois.
Self Critique
It is challenging to find subjects which can be isolated in a single image due to the thick trees in the Grove. I and looking for suggestions on how I can isolate a single fallen tree stump for example. I have used a range on Canon lenses from wide angle to telephoto.
Also due to health problems I am limited to how well I can walk through the area due to the cluttered forest floor. I hope to be able to return to this project by the end of February 25.
Creative Direction
I am searching for ways to focus on individual trees, stumps and fallen limbs without all of the thickness of the trees in the image. Not all, but some. I have mostly shot or converted into black and white. I do like the increased contrast snow adds.
Specific Feedback
Is this project worth continuing? Should I use color, black and white or a combination depending on which mode works best for an individual image?
Intent of the project
Gallery Exhibition