Windswept Blackthorn Tree in Winter
by James Brunker
Title
Windswept Blackthorn Tree in Winter
Artist
James Brunker
Medium
Photograph - Photograph
Description
The blackthorn or sloe (Prunus spinosa) is a thorny bush / tree common across Europe. Its small, black fruit is commonly used to make sloe gin in England, pacharan in the Navarre area of Spain and other alcoholic drinks in other countries. If picked after the first frosts (or frozen after picking, to reduce the bitterness) the fruit can also be used to make jams. This image was taken on the South Downs in southern England; the tree has been bent over by the continuous prevailing winds that blow over these beautiful and barren hills from the nearby coast.
Photograph ยฉ James Brunker. Reproduction, transmission or publication in any form without written permission strictly prohibited.
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September 14th, 2016
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Amanda Petricca 21 Days Ago
Love how the tree moved right into the background setting! Good eye! Lovely work!
Calvin Boyer
In addition to the banner, I am adding this more permanent recognition of its FEATURE on the homepage of A TREE OR TREES IN BLACK AND WHITE. I try mightily to feature only images that would be at home in a juried competition. No doubt that this image fits that bill. CONGRATULATIONS! And consider adding your image to DISCUSSIONS "Please post your featured photograph here" for greater, long-lasting visibility.
James Brunker replied:
Many thanks for featuring this image in the A TREE OR TREES IN BLACK AND WHITE group Calvin!