Burmis Tree from the West is a photograph by Brian Sereda which was uploaded on October 20th, 2020.
Burmis Tree from the West
DESPITE BEING DEAD SINCE THE 1970s, Alberta’s so-called Burmis Tree still stands in the same spot it has for the past 700 or so years, maintained... more
by Brian Sereda
Title
Burmis Tree from the West
Artist
Brian Sereda
Medium
Photograph - Photos, Prints
Description
DESPITE BEING DEAD SINCE THE 1970s, Alberta’s so-called Burmis Tree still stands in the same spot it has for the past 700 or so years, maintained since its death by a devoted locals who see the tree as a monument to a town gone by. From Atlas Obscura.
Note the support rod reminiscent of Dali's crutches for tree limbs. Autumn 2020, the Pandemic year.
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October 20th, 2020
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Comments (20)
Marvin Spates
What an awesome photo opportunity Brian!!!
Brian Sereda replied:
Thank you, Marvin. Yes, dont we know it light, sky, season all seem to make a difference.
Will Borden
Hi Brian~~An extremely interesting story on this amazing, unique, and stalwart dead Burmis tree! A very weather resistant tree!! Best Regards! F&L
Issie Alexander
What an amazing pose this tree is doing for you. You definitely got its best side. Love this!
Carol Japp
Amazing capture of this fascinating tree Brian. It's like giant tendrils reaching out to grab at the sky!
Brian Sereda replied:
Carol, thanks for having a peakI like the two connected too, A neat idea! I love to see different feelings and impressions from other artists.
Martha Little
I love this so much !! This tree has such a personality... reminds me of Jim Carry in Ace Ventura for some reason haha! Fantastic shot!
Mona Edulesco
What a fabulous photo of this magnificent unique tree, Brian...L o v e it! Great description too. Would love to paint this tree one day if you allow me to use your beautiful photo as reference of course.
Brian Sereda replied:
Mona , You are way toooooo Nice! I think the tree itself would be honoured to be painted by you!
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