From Nature Photographer of the Year 2020

#3 Category Black & White: Highly Commended, ‘Birch Columns’ By Kirsi Mackenzie

“This photo was taken in Finland. In preparation for the summer season, a crowd of birch trees sets off from deep in the forest to assume their seasonal postings throughout the Finnish landscape. Simplicity and tranquility create a Zen-like mood.

I converted this image to black and white to emphasize the texture. The absence of color allows concentrating on lines and forms without any distracting elements.”

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