Sophia leads this week with the challenge to feature the 5 Elements or Agents of Wuxing, “a fivefold conceptual scheme used in many traditional Chinese fields of study to explain a wide array of phenomena.” The Wuxing Elements are, Fire, Water, Wood, Metal and Earth. The philosophical system dates back to the first or second century BCE, and outlines the interactions of each agent in constructive and destructive ways. I looked in my archives for photos of fire, and selected two that show the effects on the environment of wildfires. These were this past August at Willamette Pass/Odell Lake in Oregon, USA.
Being a water lover, I have many photos of this precious element. These two are of Salt Creek Falls, carving a path through the earth, over the cliff and down the forested valley.
Wood is everywhere in the Pacific Northwest, one of the reasons we have such intense wildfires. The moisture here, helps keep the forests green, still, fire is always a danger.
Metal sculptures always captivate me, whether large or small. Metal is pliable when hot, and strong when cool. Garden sculpture combines earth, wood, metal and sometimes water!
I’ll finish with the comfort and cheer of a cozy fire, featuring dear sweet Jello.
Lindy Low LeCoq 
Nicely done!
Thanks Ralph!
Excellent approach and beautiful photos for the challenge, Lindy. The fire devastation is hard to bear. I loved the water photos and that sculpture in the end, too.
Thank you, Egídio. The water photos keep me thinking positively, and I’m glad the sculpture hit the spot for you.
Your post includes excellent photo choices for the Lens-Artist Challenge. You live in a beautiful area. The bridge photo is my favorite, and I can imagine crossing it. Thanks for visiting my blog and leaving a like. It’s appreciated.
Thank you! The bridge is in St. Louis at the Missouri Botanical Garden – a magical place.
Beautiful! I love the waterfalls and Jello by the cozy fire.
Thank you Beth. Jello always loved to be warm!
Lovely post as always Lindy. Must admit the right side image of fire while I’m sure was devastating, is truly beautiful with its soft colors. Loved the bridge with autumn color, the statue is wonderful and of course sweet Jello.
Thank you, Tina. The soft colors reminiscent of mist or fog, but not as refreshing! The bridge and statue are both in St. Louis iat the Missouri Botanical Garden, a lovely place to roam with your camera!