No leaves

This works, and the first positive that strikes me is the color imparted though toning. Even though a rather wintry scene (?) I find the lack of a standardized blue toning (a technical 'mistake') does not cause the picture to be subjectively misplaced or misconstrued. This is proof that 'rules' are made to be broken. The contrast determination is excellent as is the darkened upper sky. The red filter was wisely chosen.

To add to the impact I would have liked to have seen a bird or other form of wildlife, even a well-placed human could have been appropriate. - David Lyga

Moody and beautiful.

What a great tree.
The harelip gives him great character.

Thank you all for your positive feedback and especially thanks to David for the thoughtful analysis and your critical review.