Something about this tree drew me in, and I photographed it dead center in the frame (something outlawed by the Rule of Thirds), showing it flanked by nearby trees. The wide-angle perspective showcases the trunk as almost larger than life, and the background trees, although of similar size, become dwarfed. I also like the weight and stability implied by the large size of the tree, as it stands firmly planted. Kind of like an elephant's foot. I also wanted to convey details in the shadows, so kept the tones a bit dark.
