Burmis Tree by RedundantlyAbundant
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Here is a B&W version of the first picture I posted here almost one year ago. This is the shot that got me addicted to photography. It also helped that I received so many encouraging comments under this image.
The original posting was postworked with SuperBladePro to give it the eerie blue hue. This repost is slightly cropped on the left side. I think this improves it.
I always worry about saturating my gallery with too many postings of the same subject, (as well as the fact that this tree will flatter any photographer) but now that I have posted well over a hundred shots here I feel confident that adding another won't put me in jeopardy of being redundant (or simply a hack).
I finally found out what the Tree's official name is. :) Apparently it is one of the most Photographed trees in Canada. It's a good thing it's located in a fairly isolated area.
I will once again give a little history here for those who haven't seen this before. This is a rare Limber Pine that died about 25 years ago. (rumour has it someone tried to fertilize it) It is estimated to be about 800 years old. In 1998 the tree finally fell over. It was erected by the townsfolk.
-Frank Slide-
In the background looms Turtle Mountain. In the middle of the night 101 years ago, this mountain collapsed and buried a whole town. Over 70 people were buried under the countless massive boulders. It is quite the amazing site that I hope to do justice with my Canon in the near future.
Comments (36)
sinancanan
I think I remember this.. It is obviously gorgeous! Black and white touch-up gives it a more haunted and creepy feeling.. Excellent shot&postwork!
Alrisha
Everyone has favourite object for photographing. I can tell, that to a tree should be happy, that it has you. It became the most well-known tree in Canada (on extremely measure for me)... like photo. Keep the style and don't stop...
Radolf
Beautiful.
gallimel
the story is awesome, the image and its evolution really has power.
Legadia
Nice to see the infamous crowsnest pass tree again,Excellent moody B+W shot :)
J3nuwin
I remember the first post very well, and this is another amazing variation.awesome.
creanum
Excellent picture in BW
Kropot
Yea, Sir, this is a terrific eyeopener for a starter, "Did I shoot that" ;) We all do have these I think. I do. Wunderfull mood in this, tnx for the story, it makes it even more intresting to watch. Love the dark mood and toning.
davidhate
Dark, forboding and dramatic:) Fabulous tree, with an interesting history (thanks for that) that you have worked well:)
logiloglu
Superb shot, my friend. excellent compo. !!!!!! :O) !!!!!!!
DrmzRmyne
Haunting, yet very beautiful. I didn't see the one a year ago, but I think the b/w works extremely well for this. Excellent photograph!
violet
soo well they do exist....those creepy places..;-) this image is amazing !!! very very good !!!
glix70
Great atmosthere b/n picture!!! The three looks like a witch that call tha darkness around her!!! Perfect mood shot!!! :)
Michelle A.
Has it really only been almost a year?.... Thought you'd been here for a whole lot longer than that! You feel like an old friend to me.... Happy Anniversary Matt....
Simply superb in BW, love the blue version too, but there is a starkness to this here that speaks to me....
Niutek
The blue version had some kind of magical, spooky aura about it, while this one seems more realistic, has an almost documentary feel to it. They're both splendid, I could never choose which one I like better.
garnite
Beautiful shot. I was really struck bt it's dark sinister look, and somehow the fact that it overlooks Frank is quite fitting. When you say the town's people erected it, did they put it back up arger it fell down. I'd say it's a great starting picture, still worth a "vote" a year later. Happy Anniversary.
Tedz
Yep Runabun...You are a beaut.....and what a Subject matter to return to ...encouraged and prospered...great Narration too!
stealthman
This is an awesome photo - love how dark & foreboding it is! Excellent work!
mis-misty
lovely tree, kinda drama over the scene
cynlee
one of my favorite RA shots... i remember the first one, 2nd, 3rd even... were there more... no matter... i luv this subject of yours, it made quite an impact when i first saw it in it's magical colors... i'd have to go back & pick out my most favorite of it, i would add it to my fave images... Happy Anniverary Matt... you make my world that much more beautiful with your work... thank you... group hugz :]
Akinom
Remember it too... still worth a vote as Jim mentioned! Happy Anniversary!
Raven_427
Can't get enough of these shots Matt. And you know that! :) .. Excellent shot of this tree .. love it!
Drea71
Just love this pic - as I would probably still do if I had seen another 100 pics of just this tree taken by you...
avlish
My goodness! I miss having time to take pictures now! This is beautifully dramatic, there is no way I can describe how much I love this in black and white? Do you have a larger version? This should be featured on the ansel adams website online...
Masema
I must echo the above commenters...I vividly remember this tree and this kind of ominous scene, and by the story of the slide you just told, I see the ominous feeling I get from this is justified. Happy aniversary and awesome shot!
Nilla
I remember seeing this image before and it is just as stunning in black and white! Excellent work Matt! :) I don't think I will ever tire of looking at your images! :)
Telgar
A great dramatic atmosphere, the post workt is very well done , it a fabulous picture V
bwitzel
Weeeeee! I love this one! vote :D
enax
Super photo Matt, also the words are an excellent complement. Luv the atmosphere too. Really a wonderful photo.
snottling1
That's an amazing image....I love it!!!!