Despite the incredible simplicity this image immediately conveys to the viewer, it is the subtle details which make it powerful and mesmerizing. The intricate detail of the hoar frost covered trees provide a sense of scale, while the varied texture dictated by increasing altitude elaborates this feeling.
Even though this alpine environment may seem all but inhospitable, the light blue sky adds a gentle touch to the image. The contrast between the harshness of winter in the mountains and the bright, uplifting sky enhances the allure of this photograph.