Rooted in the Wind IV

In Rooted in the Wind IV, the fragility of early winter takes center stage. A faceless yet expressive figure reaches out, its arms framing delicate branches that seem to grow as extensions of its being. Weathered yet alive, these branches evoke the forces of renewal and resilience, embodying the notion that growth persists even in the harshest conditions.

The setting—a shore barely touched by ice—captures the transitional beauty of a lake not yet frozen, where solid and fluid coexist. The muted colors, with hints of sepia and cyan, infuse the composition with nostalgia, grounding the image in both time and timelessness. A single stone, weathered and steady, anchors the wind's fleeting energy and water's movement.

The photograph’s contemplative mood is reminiscent of Henry David Thoreau’s reflection: “Heaven is under our feet as well as over our heads.” Through its minimalist yet profound elements, "Rooted in the Wind IV" encourages viewers to find harmony in impermanence, celebrating the interconnectedness of all things.