Mine Hill Preserve 6-2-2013
Exploring the wooded trails at Mine Hill Preserve leads to tucked-away remnants of old mining operations carved straight into the rocky hillsides. Converting this shot of an arched granite mine portal to monochrome strips away distracting leaf colors and emphasizes the raw, historic stonework built over a century ago by local miners working the site.
The dark, arched entryway creates an immediate focal point surrounded by jumbled boulders, exposed tree roots, and fallen forest timber. High-contrast black and white tones bring out every crack in the hillside masonry, highlighting the rugged natural textures of the surrounding New England landscape and forest floor.
