Robin Yong, Mild Seven Hill マイルドセブンの丘 (LANDSCAPE 2025)

Mild Seven Hill is a popular tourist destination in Biei-Ten Tow. It was featured in a cigarette commercial, which got its name from the breathtaking view that stretches out. A lovely hill surrounded by wheat fields, with a view of a Japanese larch windbreak in the distance. This hill's ability to display different expressions according to the season is another draw. The subject is a popular theme amongst locals and minimalist fine art photographers. I took this shot using a 400mm lens. I picked a time when there is heavy snowfall and a day when the sky is white. I get my inspiration from the Yang (Jia 甲) Wood element in Fengshui. I wanted a minimalistic picture, but I also want an auspicious picture. Yang Wood is the dominant element in 2025. The qualities of an Jia Wood Daymaster are strong yet adaptable, reaching for greater goals like a tall tree. 2025 can be a difficult time for most people, and perhaps in these difficult times, only Jia Wood still stand out prominantly.

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