Forest atop a Desert Mesa

A photorealistic, ultra-detailed panorama of a forest atop a desert mesa. In the foreground, a dense stand of evergreen trees—Douglas firs or pines—grow on a rocky ledge, roots gripping mossy soil. The forest floor is a carpet of ferns, moss, and scattered fallen logs; pine needles drift in a light breeze. Behind the trees, dramatic red sandstone mesas rise with sheer cliff faces carved by wind, framing a deep blue canyon valley beyond. The sky is bright blue with a few high, wispy clouds; warm late-afternoon light bathes the scene, casting long shadows and creating sun-dappled highlights on needles and bark. A light haze or dust hovers near the mesa edges, catching the sun’s rays. Composition is panoramic, slightly above eye level, with crisp foreground details and a gently softened background. Textures include bark, needles, moss, lichens on rock, weathered wood, and layered sandstone. Color palette blends emerald greens, coppery reds, deep blues, and golden sunlight to convey elevation, isolation, and a tranquil yet dramatic mood.