“Western Red Cedar Stomata” by Robert Dash is a composite image that combines a scanning electron microscope (SEM) image with a standard optical photograph. This technique allows Dash to showcase the intricate details of the stomata—tiny openings on the leaf surface responsible for gas exchange—in a visually compelling manner. By overlaying the high-magnification SEM image onto an optical photo of the cedar stems, he highlights the microscopic structures within the context of the plant’s natural form. This approach provides a unique perspective, blending the microscopic world with the macroscopic, and is part of Dash’s broader work exploring the intersection of art and science. www.robertdashphotography.com