Defiance
I came across this sad little plant one day that had been carelessly painted over when the billboard that it grows alongside got a new coat of paint. This poignant little plant stands strong, seemingly in an effort to defy human encroachment on its surroundings. Man's presence on earth leaves imprints - some are temporary like a footprint in the sand, while others are more severe like clearcutting of forests to provide lumber, fuel or grazing area for livestock. This image illustrates our impact on the environment on a small scale, but reminds us that every action we take has consequences on the world around us. In the same way, even the smallest efforts put forth by us can help preserve our planet.
Shot on expired slide film.
14 responses
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Audrey Kanekoa-Madrid gave props (3 Mar 2008):
As lazy as someone can get.....good eye for this.
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Paul Lavallee gave props (3 Mar 2008):
that's so sad...
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claudia luthi said (5 Mar 2008):
within the huge impacts that humans cause on earth, we tend to forget the small every day impacts, which speak for absolute carelessness and
alienation from nature -
Emma Brahas said (13 Mar 2008):
Nice composition! Yeah!
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Adrian Rodriguez gave props (17 Mar 2008):
Lovely......the plant is protected from acid rain.........You Have my Vote
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Benjamin Leong said (17 Mar 2008):
Good eye.
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Justin DiPierro gave props (22 Mar 2008):
Wow, That's amazing! I hope to see this in the magazine! One of the most fitting photos for this category I've seen! Beautiful job!
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adniloj gave props (26 Mar 2008):
my vote-tk u for the narrative
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mili gave props (3 Apr 2008):
beautiful
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Joe Lowe gave props (9 Apr 2008):
nice image
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ye qinfa said (21 Aug 2008):
impressive
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NiteRunner gave props (12 Nov 2008):
Well said. Such a powerful image.
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Marela Nieves gave props (24 Mar 2009):
amazing shot
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sudip saha said (15 Jul 2009):
one of ur best shot......impressive
