River through the Dead Grass and Trees (Dry Brush Filter)

If you've spent any time here at my blog, you know that I like to take pictures of trees and water. You also know that I've had a thing, recently, for pictures of the golden brown grass. (Partly, the golden brown grass is in ample supply. Partly, I like the color.) The tree here is situated beside a small river, and the golden brown grass is all around. The version above was rendered with Photomatix for HDR; the version below did not utilize Photomatix. Thanks for stopping by!