Small Branches

These photographs on paper and aluminum are intimate studies of small branches during their seasonal dormancy and vernal awakening. Exposures are made to render the detail of the branch, often with the light source included in the frame. Focus is shallow isolating time and place. The brittle twigs of winter allow us to see the structure of the organism, like bones, veins or capillaries. Delicate in nature yet able to endure the harshness of winter while preparing to spring back to regrow in new directions, giving us insight to the secret life of branches.