Tree in a Wintry Forest
1854
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
1854
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
This photo shows a quiet winter forest. Tall trees stand in the snow, their branches bare and dusted white. The ground is covered in patches of snow and ice, with some rocks peeking through. The sky is bright but pale, almost blending with the trees. The light hits the scene from the top left, making the snow glow softly. The shadows under the trees are deep and dark, creating a strong contrast with the bright areas. If you like this kind of lighting, look up *chiaroscuro*.
