Aspens

There is no tree more iconic to Colorado than the Aspen. With their slender white trunks and trembling leaves, aspens offer stunning visuals that are uniquely tied to the state’s landscape. This collection honors the beauty and symbolism of these trees, with many captured in the month of September when their golden canopy shimmers in contrast to the deep greens of surrounding evergreens, converting to striking abstract monochromatic images.

Beyond their individual beauty, aspens speak to something deeper: connection. What may appear as a forest of separate trees is, in fact, a single organism. Aspen groves share a common root system, making them one of the largest and oldest living organisms on Earth. This unseen network mirrors the quiet strength of community, endurance, and renewal, qualities that run deep in Colorado’s spirit.