I think I know what an average branch looks like - and you probably do too.
But have you ever looked at them for a long time?
Noted how they zig-zag into space, how they taper off, where they’ve sprouted new twigs?
Five studies of branches without leaves, J. Bernard, 1820 - 1835, Rijksmuseum Amsterdam
There are many factors (genetics, available light and nutrients, hormones, amongst others) involved in the process of growing branches. And these variables combine magically to create the magnificent beauty of branches out there for you to observe.
Today, become a student of branches.
Point your eye and camera upwards and observe them against the sky. What different shapes, zig-zags, directions and distances can you observe?
How do different kinds of trees vary in how they branch out?
And what kind of variety can you find within a single species of tree or shrub?
Enjoy exploring all those different branches, and do share your branch studies on Twitter or Instagram using the hashtag #kramerseye.