Like a defiant symbol of resilience, this old weather pine clings to the edge of the Lilienstein rock in Saxon Switzerland. The tree, moulded by the wind and marked by the weather, stands there like a silent sentinel above the Elbe valley - rooted in rugged beauty and silent grandeur.
This striking location is not only a popular photo motif, but also a symbol of courage, freedom and earthiness. The path to the Wetterkiefer requires a little adventurous spirit - but those who dare will be rewarded with a panorama that will leave you in awe.
The gnarled branches tell stories of storm and sun, of icy winters and scorching heat - and yet the tree lives on, determined. This picture invites you to pause, feel the breath of nature and be inspired by the irrepressible power of life.
I have always enjoyed photography. Even when I was young, I took photos with the Beirette. It even happened to me once that I inserted a film twice ... and the photos I took were very interesting.
I then bought my digital SLR camera in 2014. The first photos..
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