Why do tree trunks crack on the cut surface after felling?

After felling, logs lose moisture rapidly through the exposed end grain. As the outer wood dries faster than the core, tension builds up inside the trunk. These stresses cause radial cracks that spread from the center outward, a process called checking. It is purely physical and does not affect the structural strength of the timber for most woodworking applications.

How can this Photo be used?

This stock photo is licensed for commercial use under Kataloop's licensing terms. Example applications include brochures and websites in the timber and forestry industry, sustainability and renewable resources campaigns, background graphics for presentations, editorial use in craft or carpentry magazines, and nature-themed social media content. The resolution of 5444 x 3649 pixels also supports large-format print applications.

What mood does this Photo convey?

The tight framing, showing only the end-grain faces of the logs, creates a calm, almost flat visual effect. The warm brown and ochre tones combined with analog grain feel grounded and unpretentious. Growth rings and cracks convey a sense of permanence and the passage of time without tipping into nostalgia. The overall mood is matter-of-fact and close to nature.

What equipment was used to capture this Photo?

The fine cracks and concentric growth rings on each log face stand out clearly in this analog photograph. Shot with the Minolta X-700, a fully automatic SLR from the 1980s, paired with the Makinon Auto 135mm f/2.8. The moderate telephoto focal length produces a natural compression of the log stack, bringing out the detailed wood textures across each individual cross-section.

What visual style or trend does this Photo represent?

This image aligns with several current visual trends at once: the analog aesthetic with visible film grain meets growing demand for authentic, non-digital-looking stock photography. At the same time, the subject reflects themes of sustainability, circular economy, and natural raw materials, which are increasingly relevant in brand communications and corporate reporting.

Stacked wooden logs with visible growth rings

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Stacked wooden logs with visible growth rings

Kataloop stock photo no.

0351042

5444

3649

27358606

Minolta X-700

Makinon Auto 135mm f/2.8

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