I noticed this scene recently in San Diego’s Balboa Park. (I think) these are roots and leaves Moreton Bay Fig (Ficus macrophylla); although there are larger trees like this in the park, this one was rather small. The roots can become so large on this species that people can sit on them, or walk around in them.
Here, I liked the way the roots seemed to be creeping across the frame. My wife said this image reminds her of autumn.
Underfoot, August 2010
What does this image make you think of?
It doesn’t really make me ‘think’ of anything — I just see an interesting abstract that really grabs my attention. Nicely done.
Works for me. Thanks pj!
Do you want to know what I think of the image BEFORE or AFTER I put my glasses on and have had more than a couple hours sleep? With blurry eyes, I imagine petrified chicken feet scratching mash. In focus, I think of the circle of life where the fallen and decaying leaves give nourishment and protection to the stretching roots, which in turn anchors the tree and allows it to survive.
That’s quite a difference, Julie! Remind me not to ride in a car with you when you don’t have your glasses on! 😉
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It gives me a creepy feeling, actually. Like the trees are crawling through the frame, enveloping something below.
It’s a good creepy feeling, though. I like it.