Against the Odds

I just returned from a day long photography class outing to a desert canyon with very unusual rock formations. I have yet to sort through the many photos I took, but this detailed shot jumped out at me on download. I love the colors and patterns in the rock and the splash of green foliage. Amazingly, this tree and others like it grow in the crevices of the rock face. It's a wonder to see life thriving in such a harsh environment.

Thanks so much for the many comments and favs for my "Storm Watchers" shot. I was so pleased with the response that image received!

I am sorry if I haven't been by to visit your album in the last few days. It's been busy here but I hope to catch up soon!

[Karen Matthews]

Great textures! Determined plant to grow in those conditions.

[Cindy]

Great shot and amazing textures. I am looking forward to seeing the rest of your shots Lisa!

[Yvonne]

What a great capture, Lisa. It is obviously a very determined plant. You have such a great eye!!!!

[Gena Pegg]

This has great color and texture. Love it!!. I went to a photography club BBQ today...it was really a great experience too! The more we do the more we learn!

[Taffy]

This is stunning! I love the way the green looks like it is so much in alien territory, a total surprise to see it growing there. And the details on the rock face is fantastic.

[Paul King]

Fabulous textures and superbly captured find looks so lush against unwelcoming rocks : superb Lisa

[ZambianLass]

Super shot

[Sue Rose]

Love that splash of green against the rock. Very cool. Can't wait to see the rest of your shots.

[Rachel]

Stunning. Fantastic colours, details and texture. Love it

[Alison Hewitt Bailey]

Yes - great patterns and colours and even better viewed large. I can see why you liked this so much.

[Mary Ann]

I love the painterly quality of those wavy colored lines in the rocks.
Post more!

[Catherine Pace]

extremely beautiful - great composition and extraordinary the way nature adapts to survive on the minimum - caper plants grow out of crack too but the climate less harsh here

[👑 AnaZad]

Gorgeous capture. Love the textures and colors.

[Daryl O'Hare]

Love how it actually tricks my mind a bit. Color, texture, pop of green, all wonderful. How was the class?

[Kate Goring]

Glorious textures and colour Lisa. Sounds like you had a wonderful day photographing the desert.

[Ross Walker]

Perfectly composed with wonderful color. This reminds me of tree bark. Nature can be amazing.

[Humphrey Hippo]

Love the contrasts in this. Sounds like a great class.

[Barbara Havrot]

WOW That is beautiful FAV

[Linda]

Love the composition and textures Lisa. Really pleasing shot.

[Darinka]

Love the tonal contrast -hot fiery orange and fresh green!Nice shadows and texture!

[Wendy]

Very beautiful! The orange shades look as though they've been applied with oil paint - they really glow.

[Bob]

Seems so simple - you've done it again - great shot...

[Kareen King]

Lisa, this is a phenomenal composition! Love that splash of green foliage against that gorgeous background. Fav! Wish I could join your photography experience!

[Meg]

Beautiful rock...I love rocks. They colors are so unique and beautiful. Ok Lisa let's see more rocks, please. fav!

[Camila]

Love the colors and the composition :)

[Nicole]

wow that looks incredible! hope you had a great day out!

[Henri Russell]

Beautiful detail. Love the splash of green.

[Paul "Snapchap" Everest]

What a terrific shot. It is amazing where a bit of plant life can take root and hang on!

[Tamzin]

Stunning colours - amazing how trees manage to cling on in the tiniest bits of soil

[DreaMaTrix]

Great shot

[KWind]

Pretty...the green really pops! I like the colour and texture of the rock.

[Amanda Carr]

Love the textures, the green against the reddish-brown bark and the composition. I am really looking forward to viewing more of your photos from your course trip! :-)

[Paula W]

What beautiful colours and textures. I love the light shining on the little tree.

[Aurelie Jacquet]

Wow really amazing textures, colours and composition!

[Cindy Muir]

Great shot. Hope to see some of the others from your workshop!

[lunaksi]

Wonderful colors and textures, and very interesting photo. Just can't wait to see other photos from the desert!

[elkehochban]

Beautiful, need to be seen enlarged!

[Caz]

Stunning, especially viewed large.....

[paula365]

very well seen Lisa. great textures and color.

[Jan K]

Amazing rock formation - the layers/colors/textures very appealing! The tree adds a nice pop of color.

[Anne]

Wonderful shot!

[Frank Hymus]

Wonderful texture and color!

[colie (Nichole Stewart)]

Beautiful contrast and texture

[Al Bailey]

The textures on this shot are fabulous ..... love that shot of green as well :)

[Jawo]

Love the texture of the stones! And that green thing there adds the color!

[Arefin]

love the textures,colors and title! beautifully photographed!

[Doris]

Gorgeous shot Lisa. Fav.

[Lisa]

fave! I'm trying to get caught up on viewing, loving your shots, but will only comment on a few for now!

[Mac]

I love the placement of the tree in this. Good eye!