Ceiba Cuyabra Photo

Photographer’s Note

Ceiba Cuyabra
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Ceiba is a botanical genus of flowering plants with 48 species belonging to the family of the Malvaceae.

The ceiba tree was considered sacred among the various pre-hispanic cultures of Mesoamerica area, such as Maya, Pipile, Nahua, and so on.

According to the worldview of these indigenous peoples, La Ceiba or Yaaxché, as you call in the Mayan language, the universe is structured in three planes, which are communicated through the sacred ceiba.

Likewise, according to the Mayan belief, are branches of this tree which allow the opening of the 13 heavens.

Precisely because of the importance that this tree represented for the Mayan people and other peoples Mesoamerican, used these planted in squares of their towns.

This takes up to one of the aspects both located in the central city of Armenia, capital of Quindio department.

Although I admit that the sky was not the best, because they appreciate burned areas, due to the time when it was taken (on-hour half day), the depth side of the street and inmesidad tree, called my attention.

Equally, I hope that is agreeable to all

John

npecanhuk, albertz, dareco, danasam, gracious, feather, asajernigan, jpinkham, Tue, Bluejeans has marked this note useful

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albertz (2310) 2008-08-16 20:02

Huge tree and seems bizarre to see this in this in the middle of the city. But it's stands tall and it seems guarding over the city. Very good pov, the sky is not a problem here, i only found those branches a bit over sharpened for my taste but still a great shot.
Greetings,
Albert

dareco (17104) 2008-08-16 21:17

This is such a beautiful tree! WOW! I would love to have this in my backyard :) Interesting scene as well. A very nice picture. TFS and have a happy day!

brandstaetter (13930) 2008-08-16 23:27

Hi John,
I saw Ceibas in Yucatan, but ist must have been another species, the parts of the branches were straight, remifying in hard angles. This one looks softer, with curves. A fascinating plant, it´s easy to understand that it is a holy tree when you see it.
TFS Chris

danasam (1057) 2008-08-17 0:02

Hi John, beautiful sharp one. i like the composition, good POV and contrast. well done.
Sam.

gracious (20017) 2008-08-17 0:28

Hello John my dearest from Colombia!
Once again for this beautiful and sccred tree beautifully captured in the city square!
very nice pov which included the city scene as well
the lighting is perfect with those awesome clouds formation!
many thanks for the sharing
I had difficulty in upload my critique from here and do appologize for any of my dealy!
take good care and my sincere friendship from NZ to you
Tony

siamesa (12674) 2008-08-17 2:18

Olá John,
Árvores enfeitam qualquer lugar . Essa é soberba no meio da cidade e um ótimo lugar para relaxar e apreciar o dia-a-dia das pessoas que passam por lá.
Abraços
Maria

feather (49858) 2008-08-17 4:22

Yes the clouds are over exposed but all our attention is take by the huge tree. It almost fills the frame and in comparison the buildings and the other trees are tiny. Interesting post.
Kath

asajernigan (14072) 2008-08-17 7:13

John,
This is a great shot of this majestic tree. Your composition is great placing the tree to one side and showing the street and city buildings. The lighting and colors are fine with nice sharpness and detail.
TFS,
Asa

npecanhuk (13595) 2008-08-17 9:00

Hi John!
What a beauty this giant tree!
Right in the middle of a city, that's interesting, welcome and nice: preservation, shadow/temperature control and a gift to the people!
I really liked the picture!
TFS - Congratulations!
Best regards,
Neyvan

jpinkham (844) 2008-08-17 10:15

Hola, John!

This is a most interesting tree that you have captured here and presented to us. I like the way you have set it against the background of vivid blue sky interspersed with clouds. I also like how you have given us the buildings and street and people for perspective. Clearly, this celba tree dwarfs everything around it. Congratulations on a well-composed image.

Jim

Tue (25608) 2008-08-17 11:55

Hi John,
This is a beautiful photo from this place with a wonderful tree, which is well placed on the right hand side of the composition. The colours are also pleasant and look very natural. The light is fine too. Well done!
Regards,
Lars

lousat (15302) 2008-08-17 11:58

Hi John,the details of this tree are simply fantastics!! Very high quality pic,excellents colors too and perfect choice of the point of view,another pearl in your very nice gallery,thanks for share,have a nice week,Luciano

Bluejeans (31993) 2008-08-21 5:24

Ola John ,
Nossa que árvore gigante é um ser magnifico com todos estes ramos deve ser uma centenária ,belo contraste entre o verde e o azul , belo ponto de visão , parabéns!!
Um abraço Gonçalo

Charo (31665) 2008-08-22 10:14

Hola John,
Cuando llego a ti, ya has puesto unas cuantas fotos...
Me gusta mucho esta composición de la vida cotidiana presidida por ese magnífico y gran árbol.
Una foto con muy buena profundidad y excelente luz a pesar de la dificultad. Buen trabajo amigo.
Abrazos,
Charo

Photo Information

Copyright: John Ospina (ElAprendiz) (7370)
Genre: Places
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2008-07-23
Categories: Nature
Camera: Sony Cybershot DSC-P73, Sony Lens/ Optical 3 x, f=6-18mm 1:2.8-5, Sony Memory Stick Pr
Exposure: f/5.6, 1/320 seconds
Photo Version: Original Version
Date Submitted: 2008-08-16 18:29