Trees

Portree

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Portree is the largest town and capital of the Isle of Skye, known for its colorful harbor, scenic landscapes, and as a hub for exploring the island.

Portree, or Port Rìgh in Scottish Gaelic, meaning “King’s Port,” is located on the east coast of the Isle of Skye, overlooking a bay and surrounded by hills such as Ben Tianavaig and Fingal’s Seat. The town has a population of around 2,500. Its natural harbor, extended by Thomas Telford, is lined with brightly painted buildings.

Portree’s origins date back centuries, with archaeological evidence of settlement from the Early Bronze Age to the Medieval period. The town developed as a fishing village in the 18th and 19th centuries and played a role in Scottish emigration and trade. Its name is traditionally linked to a visit by King James V in 1540, though the area was known as Port Ruighe, meaning “slope harbor,” before that.

Portree is an excellent base for exploring Skye due to its central location and access to major roads like the A87 and A855. The weather is mild, wet, and windy; visitors should dress for changing conditions.

The buttercups glowed like stars in the shadows. Marc’s version is image 2. I created image 3.

A scenic landscape featuring rolling green hills with morning dew, a tall tree on the left, and a distant mountain under a clear blue sky.
Portree, Isle of Sky 4/29/2026
A peaceful cemetery scene featuring tall, green grass sprinkled with yellow flowers, surrounded by large trees and various gravestones.
Portree, Isle of Skye 4/30/2026
A peaceful cemetery scene featuring a large tree with lush green leaves, surrounded by gravestones on a grassy area dotted with yellow flowers.
Portree, Isle of Skye 4/30/2026
A tranquil cemetery scene with gravestones surrounded by lush green vegetation and blooming flowers, under a canopy of trees.
Portree, Isle of Sky 4/29/2026
A grassy path winding through trees leading up a gentle hill, with a colorful sky in the background.
Portree, Isle of Sky 4/29/2026
A view of houses partially obscured by trees and foliage under a clear blue sky.
Portree, Isle of Skye 4/30/2026
Scenic view of a river surrounded by lush greenery, with colorful buildings along the shore and rolling hills in the background under a partly cloudy sky.
Portree, Isle of Sky 5/1/2026
A scenic view of a coastal landscape featuring a bare tree in the foreground, overlooking quaint houses and a peaceful bay under a blue sky with scattered clouds.
Portree, Isle of Skye 4/30/2026
A black bird perched on branches against a blue sky, singing.
Blackbird (Turdus merula), Portree, Isle of Skye 4/30/2026
A small brown bird with a reddish-orange chest perched on a mossy stone.
European Robin (Erithacus rubecula), Portree, Isle of Skye 4/30/2026
A weathered gravestone partially covered with ivy, leaning against a large tree trunk in a lush, green cemetery.
Portree, Isle of Skye 5/1/2026
A black and white photograph of a cemetery featuring a large bare tree, numerous gravestones, and a cloudy sky.
Portree, Isle of Skye 4/30/2026

Two Tree Parts in Greenbrook

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To bring out the seed pods I darkened the background. I used the same process on the tree root with some color enhancements.

A close-up of a brown flower resting on a bed of autumn leaves, accompanied by two acorns.
Tulip Tree (Liriodendron tulipifera), Greenbrook 11/15/2025
A close-up view of a tree trunk with gnarled roots and surrounding rocks, amidst fallen leaves on the forest floor.
Greenbrook 11/15/2025

Black and Yellow NYBG

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Two photographs with similar color themes. I added some fog in the top half of the background using Firefly in Photoshop.

A black squirrel standing on grass, surrounded by fallen leaves and a misty background.
Eastern Grey Squirrel (Sciurus carolinensis), NYBG 11/6/2025
A close-up of tree branches against a vibrant yellow background of foliage under a clear blue sky.
NYBG 11/6/2025

NYBG Scenes

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Landscapes and trees in the New York Botanical Gardens in November.

A scenic view of a garden landscape in autumn, featuring vibrant foliage in shades of red, orange, and green under a partly cloudy blue sky.
Rose Garden, NYBG 11/6/2025
A vibrant autumn scene featuring a variety of trees displaying colorful fall foliage, including red, orange, and green leaves against a clear blue sky.
Maple, NYBG 11/6/2025
A vibrant tree with red, orange, and yellow leaves in a park setting, with green grass and blue sky in the background.
NYBG 11/6/2025
Vibrant autumn foliage with shades of red, orange, and yellow leaves on trees.
Maple, NYBG 11/6/2025
A vibrant garden scene featuring tall, reddish-purple foliage and clusters of bright purple flowers amid lush greenery and trees in the background.
purple Mexican bush sage (Salvia leucantha), NYBG 11/6/2025

Thain Family Forrest NYBG

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In the forested part of the New York Botanical Gardens.

Close-up view of a wooden fence post with autumn leaves scattered on the forest floor in the New York Botanical Gardens.
NYBG 11/6/2025
A forested area in the New York Botanical Gardens, covered with colorful autumn leaves and mossy logs.
NYBG 11/6/2025
A picturesque view of a forested area in the New York Botanical Gardens, showcasing vibrant autumn leaves and a flowing stream surrounded by rocks.
NYBG 11/6/2025
Informational sign about oak trees and their historical significance, displayed in the New York Botanical Gardens.
NYBG 11/6/2025
A serene path through a forest in the New York Botanical Gardens, surrounded by trees with yellow autumn leaves and a carpet of fallen leaves.
NYBG 11/6/2025
Close-up of vibrant red and pink maple leaves on branches, set against a blurred background of autumn foliage in a forest.
NYBG 11/6/2025

Hudson River

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A couple of photographs from down the road. In the first one I used multiple layers in Photoshop. A surprise was the love boat floating in the river.

Golden ginkgo leaves against a textured background with hints of sparkle.
Ginkgo on Horatio St 10/23/2025
Close-up of purple and white flowers on a green stem with a blurred background.
Hudson R Pk 10/23/2025
A small boat is partially submerged in choppy water, with waves crashing around it and a view of a city skyline in the background.
Hudson R Pk 10/23/2025