Halnaker Park...Chichester
This ancient sweet chestnut tree overlooks Halnaker Park …..
“A fool sees not the same tree that a wise man sees.”
To the Celts and many other people of the Old World, certain trees held special significance – as a fuel for heat, cooking, building materials and weaponry. In addition to this however, many woods also provided a powerful spiritual presence. The specific trees varied between different cultures and geographic locations, but those believed to be “sacred” shared certain traits. Unusual size, beauty, the materials they provided, their unique physical characteristics, or simply the power of the tree’s spirit, could grant it a central place in the folklore and mythology of a culture. Even our modern culture finds that certain trees capture our imagination. The mighty oak, the mystical yew and many others are reminders of the power that trees have on our lives. Trees are living things, filled with the essence and energy of the Elementals and Mother Earth, with an aura of power that is visible to those who are in total balance and harmony. The lore that surrounds a particular tree or wood often reflects the power the old ones sensed and drew from their presence.
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Johnsart
Very lonely. Wonderfully taken.
brigusser replied
Many thanks…...I appreciate that.
PrincessVicki
Lovely, lonely tree!! Such a feling of solitude here! x
brigusser
You are so kind…..
jadeast
The fact that you don’t see the same tree that I do doesn’t make either one of us a fool or a wise man, although I might be one or the other at any given moment!
brigusser replied
Ditto…..
Antanas
wonderful comp
brigusser replied
Thank you Antanas.
Carol & Kev Ha...
There is just something so magical, yet mysterious in this image…a lone tree will always draw me to stand beneath it….this one you have captured so beautifully.
Carol :0)
brigusser replied
My wife and I have always been drawn to this place…..We have photographed the trees there over a 30 year period.. They are ever changing,,,,We wonder at the things they must have seen…..
cherylc1
Love the old tree!! Gorgeous capture!!
brigusser replied
What a lovely comment…
Mike Paget
Lovely composition and feel to it
brigusser replied
You are so kind….
CanDuCreations
Dramatic, very beautiful and excellent work
brigusser replied
Thank you so much.
Tim Sanders
Great shot, I really like old trees standing alone in fields… You captured it well….
brigusser replied
Thanks…
GailD
Magic shot. Love it.
liesbeth
great shot, loved the read.
brigusser replied
Thank you so much..
Hans Goepel
Magic shot. Love it.
brigusser replied
Thank you Hans…..
Scott d'Almeida
perfect ;
brigusser replied
Thank you sir…...
Madonna007photo
Outstanding composition.
Superb colors.
brigusser replied
Ma’am your comment is truly appreciated.
emolena
WONDERFUL !!!
Regards,Grazyna.
brigusser replied
You are so kind…...
kilmann
Like an old Dutch painting, the tree is absolutely stunning.
brigusser replied
Thank you so much….
ilpo laurila
Beautiful shot.
brigusser replied
Thanks forlooking….
Birgitta
Well, I see nothing “magical” about this tree… :)
But I do see a lovely tree that God’s created..stretching out
its arms to say thank you. Well captured.
brigusser replied
Your magic shines through……..Thanks for visiting,....pleased to meet you
Kristina K
awesome tree and wonderful scenery thanks for sharing..:)) k
brigusser replied
This ancient tree is still very much alive.I may take more shots mid-summer…...Thanks for looking.
Jan Timmons
What a beautiful scene and composition. Love the lone tree and its stark shape with the low horizon and use of thirds. Most appealing photo.
brigusser replied
Appreciated….
James Corley
Fantastic composition my friend!
brigusser replied
Thank you so much…... it’s a great comment from a photographer of your talent.
Brae Lebren
that is one cool looking tree!
brigusser replied
Thanks for looking…...
Cynthia Lund T...
Look at that gnarly beast – it has its tales all right…
you grab these well.
brigusser
Thank you for your kind comments…...........
mfortune
Beautiful shot! Great composition!
brigusser replied
Hello…. pleased to meet you and thank you for your kind comment…....