Newport RI 6-22-2013

Exploring the Salve Regina University campus in Newport reveals some truly remarkable historic trees that have stood for generations. Standing right beneath the canopy of this massive European weeping beech tree with an ultra-wide lens lets you take in the impressive spread of its heavy, sweeping branches against the lawn.

Thick, twisting limbs branch outward from a massive central trunk across a manicured green lawn, creating a wide geometric roof of reddish-purple leaves. Bright afternoon sunlight filters directly through the dense crown, casting warm flares and soft dappled shadows across the manicured university grounds below for a dramatic nature perspective.