Close, Closer, Closest

This sunlit silhouette tree was photographed at sunset from the top of a mountain where I live in Tennessee, on the Cumberland Plateau. If interested, you can find prints available in my gallery at the following links:

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45 responses to “Close, Closer, Closest”

  1. Giannis Pit Avatar

    Three incredibles photos. I love the sunlight and these views are just a dream.

    1. Phil Avatar

      Thank you, Giannis 👍

  2. Hazel Avatar

    Closer, definitely! Always stunning, Phil

    1. Phil Avatar

      That is a nice view, for sure. Thank you for your kind words, dear Hazel ~ wishing you a pleasant evening, my friend 🤗

      1. Hazel Avatar

        Thank you so much, Phil. And you’re always welcome

  3. Ritva Sillanmäki Photography Avatar

    Gorgeous, the colors are vibrant the closer you get

    1. Phil Avatar

      Hello, dear Ritva! Thanks so much, my friend ~ I’m glad you enjoy these sunlit silhouettes & wish you a great weekend 🙂

  4. Indira Avatar

    Lovely silhouettes at sunset!

    1. Phil Avatar

      Thanks very much, dear Indira. Yes, there’s beauty all around us, near and far 😘

  5. Penn(y)4 ✍️ Avatar

    As everyone says, all are beautifully taken, Phil, …but my favourite is ‘close’ …giving the whole scenario, …with the one lonely tree standing highlighted, …stunning, …💫

    1. Phil Avatar

      Greetings, dear Penny! Most kind of you to say ~ thank you! That’s a nice image of that single tree, indeed. Wishing you a splendid weekend, my friend 💫✨🤗

  6. John Avatar

    I like all three!

    1. Phil Avatar

      Cool, thanks John!

  7. Kymber @booomcha Avatar

    All three are wonderful, and each gives a little bit of a different perspective. Very lovely, Phil!

    1. Phil Avatar

      It’s always a pleasure to see your wonderful smile, my friend, and I’m glad you like my photographs ~ thank you, dear Kymber 🌺✨🤗

      1. Kymber @booomcha Avatar

        My pleasure, Phil.🌸

        1. Phil Avatar

          Thank you, Kymber 💖

  8. Amarela Avatar

    Wonderful!✨💛

    1. Phil Avatar

      You’re a sweet heart, dear Amarela ~ have a splendid day! ✨😙

  9. Diana Lobos Avatar

    Maravilloso . ✨

    1. Phil Avatar

      Si fueras el escenario ante mis ojos, ¡te querría cerca, más cerca, más cerca de mí! Gracias, querida Diana. Un beso. ✨😘

  10. Anne Sandler Avatar

    Close, but they are all beautiful.

    1. Phil Avatar

      Thanks so much, dear Anne. It’s wonderful to see you here, and I appreciate your comment! Wishing you a splendid week ahead 🙂

  11. Thattamma C.G Menon Avatar

    So mesmerized Sky photos dear friend 🌹🙏❤️🌹

    1. Phil Avatar

      I’m so glad, dear Thattamma, and appreciate your kind words ~ thank you, my friend! I wish you a wonderful week ahead 🙏🤗🌹

      1. Thattamma C.G Menon Avatar

        Thank you so much for lovely feedback and so welcome 🌹🙏❤️
        Same wishes to you too my dear friend 👏🌷

        1. Phil Avatar

          Thank you, dear friend ✨🤗

  12. humoringthegoddess Avatar

    Mesmerizing.

    1. Phil Avatar

      Thanks so much, my dear 🤗

  13. Priti Avatar

    Wonderful! Superb

    1. Phil Avatar

      You’re a sweet heart, dear Priti ~ thank you! 🤗

      1. Priti Avatar

        Thank you 🙏😊

  14. travelling_han Avatar

    Nice to see all the different perspectives 🙂

    1. Phil Avatar

      Good morning, beautiful Hannah and thanks ~ so glad enjoy these shots. Wishing you a wonderful week ahead, my friend! 🤗

  15. Subha Nair Avatar

    👌🏻👌🏻👍

    1. Phil Avatar

      Thanks so much, dear Subha ~ have a lovely day! 🤗

  16. TiffanyArpDaleo Avatar

    It’s hard to say which one I like best, beautiful! 😍

    1. Phil Avatar

      Thanks so much, dear Tiffany 🤗 Just having some fun with the zoom lens at sunset, haha. Sending best wishes to you for a wonderful week ahead, my friend 🌻✨

  17. trumstravels Avatar

    Close is my favourite 😊

    1. Phil Avatar

      I can’t be sure, but ‘close’ may have the most likes – and, I’m glad you like it, Susan. Wishing you a great week ahead! 🙂

      1. trumstravels Avatar

        Thanks!

  18. Mary K. Doyle Avatar

    Each photo offers a different perspective.

    1. Phil Avatar

      Thank you, dear Mary, and I’m so glad you like this grouping of photographs. It’s nice to see you, my friend, and I wish for you a wonderful weekend 😘

  19. Theresa [Hey, Traveler] Avatar

    So hard to decide! I think close is my fave probably because of the beautiful clouds in there.

    1. Phil Avatar

      I can see that, yes. It’s a nice view, and I appreciate your kind words, dear Theresa ~ have a great day! 🙂

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