Bare tree in Monument Valley | Limited Edition of 10
Bare Tree in Monument Valley – A Study in Resilience
This tree-themed wall art photograph captures a haunting and beautiful scene in its simplicity—a bare, twisted tree standing alone in Monument Valley. Its gnarled branches, reaching toward the stormy sky, seem to reflect the harshness of the environment. The monochrome tones allow the intricate texture of the bark and the surrounding landscape to stand out. The contrast between the tree’s lifeless branches and the darker, more abundant foliage in the background creates a powerful image of resilience. Despite its stark appearance, the tree has stood its ground, weathering countless storms, much like the land it inhabits.
What I love about this scene is the interplay between light and shadow. The light casts a glow on the tree, accentuating its skeletal form, while the dark, heavy clouds above add a dramatic tension. There’s a quiet strength in this tree, a symbol of endurance against the elements. It’s not just a tree—it’s a reminder of how life can thrive even in the harshest of landscapes. The rugged terrain beneath it, with dry grasses and rocky ground, underscores the struggle, but also the beauty that comes from surviving in such conditions.
This is the kind of photograph that makes you pause and reflect. It’s a simple moment, but it speaks volumes about the power of nature and the passage of time.
© Dan Kosmayer, 2010
Edition Information
This photograph is released as a signed and numbered edition of 10 prints across all available sizes. Each print is individually signed and numbered by the artist on the reverse and accompanied by a certificate of authenticity.
Once all 10 prints have been sold, this work will be permanently retired, and no further numbered editions will be produced in any size or format. A small number of Artist Proofs may be retained by the artist for archival or exhibition purposes.
Museum Quality Fine Art Prints
All prints are produced by the artist using archival pigment inks on professional photographic paper with a subtle luster finish.
This paper offers a balanced surface that enhances tonal depth, preserves fine detail, and reduces glare under typical indoor lighting conditions.
Each print is carefully inspected prior to dispatch to ensure consistency of finish and presentation.
Free Worldwide Delivery
Each print is personally produced, signed, and packaged by me at my studio in Haliburton, Ontario, Canada.
Orders are shipped worldwide via Canada Post at no additional cost. Delivery times may vary based on destination and local customs processing.
During periods of travel for on-location photographic work, dispatch may be delayed until I return to the studio.
