This image shows a close-up view of a collection of rocks or stones. The rocks are various shades of gray and brown, with some showing hints of white or rust coloration. They are irregular in shape and size, typical of natural stones. Interspersed among the rocks are dried grass stems and leaves, suggesting this might be an outdoor setting. The texture of the rocks is clearly visible, showing their rough, weathered surfaces

Whispers of Time

Oxford, Mississippi
This image shows a close-up view of a collection of rocks or stones. The rocks are various shades of gray and brown, with some showing hints of white or rust coloration. They are irregular in shape and size, typical of natural stones. Interspersed among the rocks are dried grass stems and leaves, suggesting this might be an outdoor setting. The texture of the rocks is clearly visible, showing their rough, weathered surfaces
Captured on

Canon EOS Rebel T7i

Canon EOS Rebel T7i

Canon EOS Rebel T7i

Aperture
f / 5.6
Shutter Speed
1/200 second
ISO
320
Focal Length
55mm
Lens Used

Canon 18-55mm

Canon 18-55mm

Edited with

Luminar Neo

Location

Oxford, Mississippi

The Story

Behind the Shot

In this seemingly simple image of weathered stones and dry grass, we find a profound narrative etched by the patient hand of time. Each rock, with its unique contours and subtle colorations, tells a story spanning millennia - of geological forces, climatic shifts, and the ceaseless march of seasons.

These stones, once perhaps part of mighty mountains or ancient riverbeds, now rest in quiet dignity. Their rough surfaces bear witness to countless storms, scorching suns, and freezing winters. The subtle variations in hue - from cool grays to warm browns - speak to their diverse mineral compositions and the long journeys that brought them to this moment.

Interspersed among the rocks are delicate strands of dried grass and leaves, ephemeral elements that contrast sharply with the enduring nature of stone. These organic fragments remind us of the cycle of life and death, growth and decay, that continues around and upon these ageless rocks.

The composition invites contemplation on the nature of permanence and change. While the stones appear immovable and eternal, a closer look reveals signs of gradual erosion and transformation. This juxtaposition serves as a metaphor for our own lives - how we strive for stability and permanence in a world of constant flux.

Captured on
December 15, 2019