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frozen Claws of Winter by *alexandre-deschaumes
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frozen Claws of Winter

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Just above the mist .. A lovely tree covered with frost



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Image size
1500x1041px 1.06 MB
Make
Canon
Model
Canon EOS 5D Mark II
Shutter Speed
1/197 second
Aperture
F/13.0
Focal Length
16 mm
ISO Speed
320
Date Taken
Jan 15, 2012, 12:55:23 PM
Sensor Size
9mm
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:star::star::star::star::star: Overall
:star::star::star::star::star: Vision
:star::star::star::star::star: Originality
:star::star::star::star::star: Technique
:star::star::star::star::star: Impact

The initial impact is created by the thoughtful and considered framing, further enhanced by the close cropping of the branches, and the stark contrast created by the almost monochrome nature of the image.
This is a classic composition with the trunk of the tree placed almost exactly on the right third, the unbalanced tones adding to the sense of dramatic tension.
There is a wonderful sense of dynamic movement within the photograph, created by the strong, black line of the branch leading in from the top centre of the frame, drawing the eye into the picture and around the tree, yet always inexorably back towards the sun streaming through the gap in the trunk.
The polarized sky serves to provide the perfect background for those incredible frosted branches; this is the aspect that marks this image out as something extraordinary, a true indication that this is the work of a technically skilled and creative artist with a unique talent.
Awesome!
10/10!