At first glance I thought the curling leaves were actually peeling bark. This is an interesting angle, and I like how you can see the tree sprawling upwards toward the sky in the background. NIce light and shadow play. I like it!
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This looks like the birch trees we have here. I love the way the bark peels. And, what a DOF range. What aperature did you use? You got this focused from the forefront all the way to the top. That's quite a spread. Very well done.
Pat
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Marietha, the clarity here is wonderful. After seeing your other photos in your gallery and reading about the Fever Tree, you have a wonderful talent for capturing the essence of the scene through your lighting and compositions. - Patty