Love the tree, love the sense of massive dignity. Hate to be the one to point it out but the houses in the background suggest the shot is on a serious tilt. If you cloned them out, there would be nothing to reveal the tilt. :)
So when does construction of the tree fort start? I got me a hammer and maybe some nails... :D
A grand looking old oak tree Mike. Looks great presented in B/W. Lovely contrasts created by the light and shadows. Great job and thanks for sharing. ~Wendell
A very majestic and powerful tree, wonderfully captured! :) The houses in the background do give the impression of a slanted perspective that is distracting, but besides that this shot is very well done. :) Have a great day!