DTP (dead tree project) #32

I keep seeing dead citrus trees everywhere. Those fruits were right in the middle of growing. It just stayed too hot here for too long this summer. Those oranges are no longer edible.

This is an installment of my Dead Tree Project, documenting the effects on local vegetation after 54 days above 115F (46.1C) degrees this summer in Phoenix, Arizona

[Walks @ 7]

This a very strong series, wonderful work. The dried curled leaves and dead fruit really tell the story so well. FAV!

[Mags]

So sad.

[Dawn]

Oh such a pity

[Bill Davidson]

Have you had further thoughts on exhibiting the series? Might a newspaper be interested in featuring your project?

[Krista Marson]

@billdavidson Ya, but the pictures aren't all that great, so it's probably not that exhibitable..

[Babs]

Oh dear this is so sad.

[Rob Z]

Very confronting to see a fruiting tree in this state! The bottom half against the stark background is particularly stark

[Bill Davidson]

@blueberry1222 For this project the pictures don’t need to be perfect. In fact, more appropriate if they are not. Sorry if I’m going on a bit!!

[Krista Marson]

@billdavidson I agree, but it's hard to find an audience for this, especially since i don't have a platform (i.e. an established audience). Getting into gallery showings is almost impossible unless you know someone, etc. Believe me, I've thought about it!

[Bill Davidson]

@blueberry1222 I appreciate what you say and thank you for bringing the issue to my attention.