Discover a serene and minimalist expression of nature's quiet beauty with this captivating image. Two lone trees stand against the blanket of fresh snow, their existence pronounced only by the elongated shadows stretching across the immaculate white backdrop. This piece offers a moment of reflection, a tranquil depiction of solitude and the subtle interplay of light and dark. It's a testament to the stillness and simplicity that winter brings, inviting the viewer to contemplate the silent narratives that unfold in the heart of a snowy landscape.

Art by Michael Underwood.

Michael Underwood is a nature photographer originally from North Carolina. He has traveled to all 50 states, and all too few countries. In 2010 Michael moved to the small mountain town of Lake City in the San Juan Mountains of southwestern Colorado, one of the most remote places in the lower 48 states. Two weeks later, he bought a professional camera and lenses. Surrounded by the beautiful landscapes and wildlife of his new home in southwestern Colorado, he developed a deep appreciation and respect for nature. He was able to mix new found loves of nature and photography to begin a career as a photographer.