Raina + Wilson, Photographer, Chicago

Description

A Joshua tree is prominently displayed against a backdrop of a pastel sky at sunset. The tree's trunk and branches, in shades of brown, contrast with the lighter, spiky green foliage at the ends of the branches. The sky transitions from a soft lavender near the horizon to a lighter blue-grey higher up. The tree fills much of the frame, is centered, and it's limbs spread out in a symmetrical fashion. The light is soft and diffused, enhancing the tranquility of the desert scene. No discernible post-processing effects are visible.