Mariton - Tree Sculptures

While I think that every tree is a work of art, I frequently run across trees that outdo much of the works that we find in galleries and museums.  (Okay, so I am biased.)  These trees are often sculpted by environmental forces.  Perhaps a limb was shaped by a nearby tree that fell decades ago, or shade makes the tree distort its shape in search of sunlight. 

I recently found these two white ash trees that had fused together at their bases.  They eventually separated, and then reattached.  They look like two lovers embraced in a kiss.  It is really lovely.