Framed Print - Aerial View of Snow Laden Trees

Aerial View of Snow Laden Trees  

These three images were photographed straight down from a drone, showing individual trees blanketed in heavy Central Otago snow. From above, their forms become surprisingly graphic - dark branches pushing outwards under thick white coverage, creating natural patterns that almost look drawn rather than photographed. The smooth snow around them acts like a clean backdrop, separating each tree and letting its shape and structure really stand out.

Seeing them from the air takes away our normal sense of distance and horizon, turning a very familiar rural winter scene into something more abstract and design-focused. It’s also a quiet reminder of just how substantial our snowfalls can be here. What might feel ordinary at ground level becomes, from above, a simple study of line, texture and form - all shaped by weather and season.

Photographed by award winning photographer, Janyne Fletcher GMNZIPP. This image won a bronze award at the 2024 Iris Photography Awards run by the New Zealand Institute of Professional Photography.

Framed Print:  

• Photographic print on matt fine art paper.
• Custom framed in white bevel edge frame (40mm wide)
• Mat board in off white
• Includes standard picture framing glass.  
• Please note my watermark will be removed from purchased photographs!
• Framed print measures 820mm x 490mm

Order timing: 

Allow 2 - 2 1/2 weeks for processing. Shipping adds 2-3 working days. Please note that all orders are printed & framed once a customer has purchased & only a small amount of stock is held. 

Questions?: Please contact Janyne here.