A stock photo showing steam rising from melting snow caught within tree branches, forming organic patterns against a cold winter backdrop. The interaction between warmth and cold is visible through soft steam drifting upward while snow remains settled in the tree structure. The scene is quiet and observational, focusing on natural process rather than landscape scale.
This image was photographed at Saratoga Spa State Park in Saratoga Springs, New York. While the location is noted for accuracy, the visual reads broadly as a winter thaw moment, making it suitable for professional use without geographic limitation.
Repeating branch patterns and soft steam create layered texture with open areas suitable for copy placement.
✓ Editorial or educational content about seasonal transition or winter thaw
✓ Environmental or science-based storytelling
✓ Background or supporting imagery for calm, nature-focused layouts
📍 Tip: Place text in the lighter steam or sky-adjacent areas to maintain readability while preserving branch detail.
Clear lifetime commercial license
Marketing, websites, blogs, educational materials, and editorial graphics
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Resale as a standalone image not allowed
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Made by one artist — Katie Dobies Photography. No subscriptions. No AI imagery. Clear licensing you can trust.
5472 x 3648 px
A stock photo showing steam rising from melting snow caught within tree branches, forming organic patterns against a cold winter backdrop. The interaction between warmth and cold is visible through soft steam drifting upward while snow remains settled in the tree structure. The scene is quiet and observational, focusing on natural process rather than landscape scale.
This image was photographed at Saratoga Spa State Park in Saratoga Springs, New York. While the location is noted for accuracy, the visual reads broadly as a winter thaw moment, making it suitable for professional use without geographic limitation.
Repeating branch patterns and soft steam create layered texture with open areas suitable for copy placement.
✓ Editorial or educational content about seasonal transition or winter thaw
✓ Environmental or science-based storytelling
✓ Background or supporting imagery for calm, nature-focused layouts
📍 Tip: Place text in the lighter steam or sky-adjacent areas to maintain readability while preserving branch detail.
Clear lifetime commercial license
Marketing, websites, blogs, educational materials, and editorial graphics
Optional, never required
Commercial use permitted
Resale as a standalone image not allowed
Final sale digital download
Made by one artist — Katie Dobies Photography. No subscriptions. No AI imagery. Clear licensing you can trust.
5472 x 3648 px
