Skoveng

Skoveng

Unknown

1924

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

About this work

This photo shows a snowy forest with three tall trees standing close together. The ground is thick with snow, and the trees have bare branches. The light is dim, making shadows deep under the branches. The photo looks like it was taken from a low angle, almost as if you’re lying on the snow. The trees block most of the sky, making the scene feel quiet and still. Check out the technique: chiaroscuro to see how light and shadow work in photos like this.

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