Only the Odd

Burned Joshua Trees @ JTNP

Most likely inspired by Anil Rao's sets of similar images.

The starkness and simplicity of this scene reminds me of the classic "odd" images of dead trees and sand dunes in the Namib desert. I like it, Steve!

Nicely composed scene. I like the depth of the trees heading out into the far distance in the background. Have you tried it in B&W? Looks like it might be a good candidate for a conversion?

Only the odd, only Steve.... Sorry bud, couldn't resist.

Definitely not something you see every day - even if you're vastly familiar with the Southern, CA deserts. what strikes me is that the leaves/branches all looks like pin-wheels. Ya know, those fun wheels we used to get at the carnivals and for birthday parties? anyway, great catch and very well crafted.

Lon

Lon, ha, I'll just change my name.

Bob, Namib, now that would be such a nice place to go to!

Harley, No I haven't but now I want to thanks to you.

Steve, this image almost has a surreal feel to it. I'm wondering what a B&W conversion would look like. The comp is interesting. Best Regards.

I was back, looking for the B&W conversion. I think the image could use a slight CW rotation.

Here's a BW version Harley. Tough to seperate the spines from the sky to get more between the two but that really make it pop!

I like the bw version much more, the starkness of the landscape seems to show itself more in bw, well done.