10.07
Most of the corn has been harvested in the fields in Central Illinois, the soybeans are slowly being gathered too. This is a scene just outside of any town in the area at this time of year.
Under the wide prairie sky, full of clouds and heading towards sunset, the tractor sits idle next to the farm shed and grain bins. The harvested corn field, cut down to stubble, seems to stretch out to an endless horizon.
My travels that day took my through countless scenes such as this. A meditation on the cycle of food production. As much as I see it, I’m amazed at how deeply ingrained the culture of farming is throughout this land where I live.
Sure, it can become monotonous to many. To me, it’s where I grew up and where I prosper today.
The scenes from home.
The essence of Illinois, beautifully captured and composed. This should be in an Illinois gallery/book or at least a post card.