"Cascade Ponds: Winter's Embrace | 10"x12" Watercolor on Cold-Press Paper"
Description:
“Cascade Ponds: Winter's Embrace” is a striking watercolor painting that showcases the serene beauty of Cascade Ponds, a tranquil oasis surrounded by mountains and alpine forests. The view of the pond, framed by small islands and dark green waters, is both peaceful and captivating. On a particularly cold day, when my brush was frozen and the paint splattered more than it was applied, the splashes and frozen brushstrokes gave this piece a raw, energetic quality. The reflection of the mountain peaks behind the island contrasts against the deep sienna and dark emerald green of the water, evoking a sense of calm amid the chill. The painting was completed in a moment of urgency—capturing the scene before the cold forced me to retreat.
Artist Statement:
In this piece, I wanted to convey not just the beauty of the Cascade Ponds area, but the experience of painting in such frigid conditions. The frozen brush forced me to embrace spontaneity and abstraction, while the splattered paint became a way to express the coldness of the air and the energy of the surrounding landscape. Despite the harsh weather, the scene itself held a delicate beauty, captured in a mix of sharp lines and soft, dripping color.
Description:
“Cascade Ponds: Winter's Embrace” is a striking watercolor painting that showcases the serene beauty of Cascade Ponds, a tranquil oasis surrounded by mountains and alpine forests. The view of the pond, framed by small islands and dark green waters, is both peaceful and captivating. On a particularly cold day, when my brush was frozen and the paint splattered more than it was applied, the splashes and frozen brushstrokes gave this piece a raw, energetic quality. The reflection of the mountain peaks behind the island contrasts against the deep sienna and dark emerald green of the water, evoking a sense of calm amid the chill. The painting was completed in a moment of urgency—capturing the scene before the cold forced me to retreat.
Artist Statement:
In this piece, I wanted to convey not just the beauty of the Cascade Ponds area, but the experience of painting in such frigid conditions. The frozen brush forced me to embrace spontaneity and abstraction, while the splattered paint became a way to express the coldness of the air and the energy of the surrounding landscape. Despite the harsh weather, the scene itself held a delicate beauty, captured in a mix of sharp lines and soft, dripping color.
Description:
“Cascade Ponds: Winter's Embrace” is a striking watercolor painting that showcases the serene beauty of Cascade Ponds, a tranquil oasis surrounded by mountains and alpine forests. The view of the pond, framed by small islands and dark green waters, is both peaceful and captivating. On a particularly cold day, when my brush was frozen and the paint splattered more than it was applied, the splashes and frozen brushstrokes gave this piece a raw, energetic quality. The reflection of the mountain peaks behind the island contrasts against the deep sienna and dark emerald green of the water, evoking a sense of calm amid the chill. The painting was completed in a moment of urgency—capturing the scene before the cold forced me to retreat.
Artist Statement:
In this piece, I wanted to convey not just the beauty of the Cascade Ponds area, but the experience of painting in such frigid conditions. The frozen brush forced me to embrace spontaneity and abstraction, while the splattered paint became a way to express the coldness of the air and the energy of the surrounding landscape. Despite the harsh weather, the scene itself held a delicate beauty, captured in a mix of sharp lines and soft, dripping color.
Additional Info:
Uniqueness: This painting is a snapshot of the quiet beauty of Cascade Ponds during winter, when the landscape is crisp, still, and almost magical. The unusual application of paint, due to freezing conditions, gives this piece a dynamic texture and movement that is impossible to replicate in a studio.
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Essence: The quiet isolation of winter is captured in the sweeping, expressive brushstrokes and cool, reflective tones of this piece. It’s an invitation to step into the frigid beauty of the Rockies and experience the stillness of the season.