This was the view from Belnap Bridge looking downstream of Beargrass Creek in Louisville's Seneca Park around 8 a.m. yesterday. It was a cloudy rainy sort of day. I came here to get some photos of an especially interesting tree on the left side of the creek. For the past couple of weeks I've been on a bit of a blogging break because of some ongoing Internet/DSL issues. While offline I've been using Catherine Anderson's The Creative Photographer, Exploration Cards to Expand Your Creativity for inspiration on photo shoots. Anderson suggests that you explore themes--pathways, reflections, everyday ordinary, etc.--when taking pictures. One theme that she suggested was "trees"--take photos of one particular tree at different times of the day, different seasons, weather. I chose this spot on Beargrass Creek for the water interest as well as the tree.
This tree is wonderfully graceful with its multi-trunks and branches that extend out over the water. In the first photo I was standing on the hill looking down on the tree. The second photo I shot from the right creek bank so you can see the twisting tree trunk:
Here are some closeups and macros of moss, lichen and fungi growing on the branches. And, based on the leaf shape, I think this is an elm. But I'm no tree expert, so if anyone thinks differently let me know! (click on the collages for a larger view)
A few more shots of the tree (note the tube swing for summer fun), the creek waters, and bridge:
And finally, a closeup of Belnap Bridge and some plant macros growing over the stone wall of the bridge:
Periodically I plan to go back to this spot for more photos, especially with change of seasons or different times of the day. It will be interesting to see the changes.
13 comments:
What a pretty park, I love all the green! And the trees are pretty! Lovely photos, have a happy day!
Trees have always been a favorite of mine...:)JP
So peaceful...a break from the city life, and a bit of heaven! Gorgeous.
It's a beautiful tree with a lot of personality. Nice shots!
Beautiful spot to be with your camera! Nice shots!
love the gnarly tree and roots!
Beautiful mosaic photography ~ nature is so beautiful and the tree is fascinating! Wow!
Cool place! I love that one tree with the roots and branches going every direction! Nice looking bridge, too.
What a wonderful idea - and terrific photos. I've been trying to expand a bit in my photos. I started doing table settings - those are a lot harder than I thought - every tiny detail has to be just so. I'm finally getting some I like.
I need to pick a certain tree, or spot to photograph at different times, and in different lights.
Fabulous photos.
So many nice trees. Using our imagination we can see all kinds of creatures in them:) Lovely photos!
Looks very green and beautiful !
Really nice shots, Faye! I have such admiration for you.
I would of missed the tire swing if you would of not pointed it out...it brought back great memories of my childhood☺
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