I love the huge tree that stands in the midst of Gatchell’s field and have been hoping for a good shot of it at peak foliage colors. With each passing year though, the tree seems to turn earlier and lose it’s leaves far too quickly. I’m not sure if it is stressed or sick but I just haven’t been able to get the timing right for a decent image.
This year, I kept passing the tree without seeing that moment but, after a rain storm, decided to head out one more time. The top of the tree was bare at this point but, by using the pool of water, I was able to focus on the lower half that was showing good color and give the illusion of the larger tree with the leaves reflected below. Placing it in relation to the baseball field and stands instantly cements it as the Gatchell field tree.
More foliage to come next week…
