Under the Pines c. 20th century

"Under the Pines" is a c. 20th century photograph by Will A. Cadby, a prominent American photographer who specialized in nature scenes. This intimate, black and white photograph, currently at the Minneapolis Institute of Art, depicts a close-up view of the gnarled bark of two large pines. The muted tones and soft focus of the image create a sense of tranquility and evoke a feeling of being enveloped in the forest. Cadby's masterful use of light and shadow highlights the textures of the tree trunks and creates a sense of depth.