reflected tree, originally uploaded by bobsee.
There’s something about seeing the reflection of a tree in a puddle which always catches my eye.
Maybe it’s seeing part of the world upside down. I remember reading about a technique to learn how to draw which involved turning the image you are copying upside down then drawing it. Apparently it helps you see the shapes better.
Well, as I was walking to the station this particular puddle definitely caught my eye. I love the shape of the tree and the pinkish morning clouds are lovely too.
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I like the juxtaposition of the natural and man-made worlds…
When I was in my teens and in college, trees like this one were about all I could draw. Well, I can do a decent stick figure. Finally photography saved me and helped me realize my eye can be a better artist than my hands.
By the way, ProBlogger Darren Rowse has made this unofficially Blogger Appreciation Day, so I want to add that I really enjoy your perspective on life. Thanks for the interesting posts!
Beautiful. Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain includes that upside-down exercise. It’s a great book!
Thank you all – I’m glad you enjoyed this photo.
@mrschili – I agree, I always like such juxtapositions
@spaceagesage – oh thank you for that MOST kind comment
@quotesqueen – I agree – it’s a fascinating book, isn’t it?
Bob, I just wanted to say your post inspired me to try one of these myself. I couldn’t believe how much depth there was reflected in such shallow water
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Joanna
Me too Bob! Joanna was inspired by you and I was inspired by Joanna … love how that happens!
This is a lovely picture, I agree with mrschili, the juxtaposition is great. And I love the pink tinge of the morning clouds.
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Oh I love how these links are just lying there waiting to be lit up and followed!
Thanks for the lovely comments Dianne and Joanna – I’m SO glad you’ve both been inspired!
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