I always get so excited to view these posts! I also enjoy taking my time with them. The sequence of the tree branches followed by the cacti works particularly well for me.
Thank you, Manuela! I so appreciate you taking the time with these. I’m glad you liked tree branch + cacti sequence because that was the section I thought worked best myself. Working on the image flow is a bit like trying to solve a puzzle …
Thank you, Søren! I have photographed it many times over the years, and even though it's part of an aboriginal exhibit at the botanical gardens, I'm always appreciative of the attention to detail they put into its recreation.
A wonderful set of images for November Todd - I'm a great admirer of the range of tones that you achieve in your bw photography and these are no exception.
I'm really taken by the second image of the Agaves - are they similar to the ones that get planted in coastal gardens here occasionally, that only flower after 10-20 years and then they die? Seeing them standing against that backdrop makes it seem an otherworldly landscape for me - a cross between sci fi and Lord of the Rings where Frodo goes off to Mordor!
All of these images are beautiful observations and give such a sense of the character of the land in that area...and I just love the name of the landscape - Superstition Mountains...fabulous!!😊
Thank you, Lin! Expressing images through their tonal ranges is one of the things I like most about B&W photography. The details and moods that live within those shades of grey are always fascinating to me.
I love your sci-fi / Lord of the Rings comparison for the agave image - I now have a new appreciation for that photo! You are correct about agave's lifecycle, so although they are beautiful to see in their flowering stage, it's also a bit sad to realize their life is almost over. It's poetry expressed through nature.
The Superstition Mountains have an interesting history, with legends of lost gold mines and ghosts of prospectors that still haunt the region. It's one of my favorite places to visit, especially in the cooler months, so we always spend a week camping there in late November. This year, we were fortunate to have some much-needed rain, so not only was I treated to overcast conditions, but there were some little waterfalls and pools of water on the trails. 🙏
The Superstition Mountains sound fascinating as well as being a photographers dream - although I'm not too sure now about spending November in a tent in the rain in this country!!🤣
Todd, I'm struck by how so many of these quiet reflections are singular in form ... sapling, tower, bottle, tree, rock, panel ... each standing alone yet speaking together of resilience.
In monochrome, their textures and solitude become a meditation on presence, simplicity and inner strength. This is such a rich series that feels both stark and deeply connected. 🙏💖
Thank you, Deborah! I love reading your observations and the connections that you make with not only my photos but other photographers' posts you comment on. The words you use to describe them give me a deeper appreciation for the images and themes that I hadn't (consciously) thought about with the photos. I particularly like what you said about the images speaking of resilience, despite the starkness. It's such a lovely reminder for life in general. 🙏
Muchos gratis! That's so kind of you! I learn so much from images too, and today yours reminded me that resilience often shows itself most clearly through the stark beauty of what endures.
I think of it every time I see a dandelion pushing through a crack in the pavement or wall. If we look closely, resilience is always being mirrored back to us. A gentle lesson for these challenging times. 🙏💖🕯️
Yes, during these times, I am so grateful for those little reminders we received from the humble dandelion and other sources of inspiration in nature. 🙏
I loved these. The image of the cactus (cacti?) is particularly striking. ♡
Thank you so much, Erica! The cacti happened to have some lovely backlight when I photographed them.
The pictures tell the story themselves; no extra words are needed, Todd 😊. Beautiful work.
Thank you so much, Rick! I'm glad that the photos speak to you.
Wow! Excellent series of photos, Todd 📷🖤🤍👍🏻
Thank you very much, Mark! 🙏
Beautiful photos, Todd!
Thank you, Xavi! 🙏
So gorgeous Todd! I really enjoyed them all. Excellent sharpness too.
Thank you, Juliette! I always appreciate your comments and support 🙏
Texture heaven! I am loving the close ups.. well done!
Thank you so much, Susanne! 🙏
I always get so excited to view these posts! I also enjoy taking my time with them. The sequence of the tree branches followed by the cacti works particularly well for me.
Thank you, Manuela! I so appreciate you taking the time with these. I’m glad you liked tree branch + cacti sequence because that was the section I thought worked best myself. Working on the image flow is a bit like trying to solve a puzzle …
It sure is. I love how much thought you put into it. It makes a difference!
Just love the tones and textures in these photos, Todd. Nice work as usual!
Thank you so much, David! It seemed like a good month for textures 🙏
This series is excellent! I participated like all the depth and texture in each one.
Thank you so much, Alicia! I quite enjoy finding textures in nature, some of which are better to look at and not touch! 🌵
👏🖤📷 Excellent!
Thank you, Benjamin! 🙏
Lovely, todd! The cabin is fantastic. Worthy of wall-space, for sure!!
Thank you, Søren! I have photographed it many times over the years, and even though it's part of an aboriginal exhibit at the botanical gardens, I'm always appreciative of the attention to detail they put into its recreation.
Beautiful work, Todd, thanks for sharing.
Thank you so much, Ralph! 🙏
A wonderful set of images for November Todd - I'm a great admirer of the range of tones that you achieve in your bw photography and these are no exception.
I'm really taken by the second image of the Agaves - are they similar to the ones that get planted in coastal gardens here occasionally, that only flower after 10-20 years and then they die? Seeing them standing against that backdrop makes it seem an otherworldly landscape for me - a cross between sci fi and Lord of the Rings where Frodo goes off to Mordor!
All of these images are beautiful observations and give such a sense of the character of the land in that area...and I just love the name of the landscape - Superstition Mountains...fabulous!!😊
Thank you, Lin! Expressing images through their tonal ranges is one of the things I like most about B&W photography. The details and moods that live within those shades of grey are always fascinating to me.
I love your sci-fi / Lord of the Rings comparison for the agave image - I now have a new appreciation for that photo! You are correct about agave's lifecycle, so although they are beautiful to see in their flowering stage, it's also a bit sad to realize their life is almost over. It's poetry expressed through nature.
The Superstition Mountains have an interesting history, with legends of lost gold mines and ghosts of prospectors that still haunt the region. It's one of my favorite places to visit, especially in the cooler months, so we always spend a week camping there in late November. This year, we were fortunate to have some much-needed rain, so not only was I treated to overcast conditions, but there were some little waterfalls and pools of water on the trails. 🙏
Natures poetry...I like that!
The Superstition Mountains sound fascinating as well as being a photographers dream - although I'm not too sure now about spending November in a tent in the rain in this country!!🤣
Oh no ... I was not in a tent! My wife and I have a camper trailer (caravan), so we were warm and dry when it rained. 🤣
🤣goodness for one minute there I thought you were one of these all weather extreme campers!! Now a caravan sounds far more civilised!😊
Love these! (Most especially the barrel cacti.)
Thank you so much! I rarely photograph barrel cacti, but I couldn't resist the arrangement and lighting on these. 🙏
Todd, I'm struck by how so many of these quiet reflections are singular in form ... sapling, tower, bottle, tree, rock, panel ... each standing alone yet speaking together of resilience.
In monochrome, their textures and solitude become a meditation on presence, simplicity and inner strength. This is such a rich series that feels both stark and deeply connected. 🙏💖
Thank you, Deborah! I love reading your observations and the connections that you make with not only my photos but other photographers' posts you comment on. The words you use to describe them give me a deeper appreciation for the images and themes that I hadn't (consciously) thought about with the photos. I particularly like what you said about the images speaking of resilience, despite the starkness. It's such a lovely reminder for life in general. 🙏
Muchos gratis! That's so kind of you! I learn so much from images too, and today yours reminded me that resilience often shows itself most clearly through the stark beauty of what endures.
I think of it every time I see a dandelion pushing through a crack in the pavement or wall. If we look closely, resilience is always being mirrored back to us. A gentle lesson for these challenging times. 🙏💖🕯️
Yes, during these times, I am so grateful for those little reminders we received from the humble dandelion and other sources of inspiration in nature. 🙏
Spectacular, always!
Thank you so much, Stephanie! 🙏