Orange Leaves, Ariake Sea, Japan 2010

"Orange Leaves, Ariake Sea, Japan" is a 2010 photograph by David Burdeny, known for his minimalist and evocative landscapes. This image captures a single tree with orange leaves standing out against a pale, almost blank background, with the sea stretching out in the distance. The muted palette and stark simplicity create a sense of tranquility and solitude, characteristic of Burdeny's work. The composition emphasizes the delicate beauty of nature, highlighting the fleeting moment of autumn with its changing leaves.