Late Autumn
It is well into autumn now. Leaves have been stripped from trees baring skeletal structures beneath. Glimpses of areas unseen before, make their appearance between negative spaces once occupied by greenery.
Mauves and grays have overtaken the land as nature prepares for her slumber ahead; while straw colored grasses soften the appearance of autumn’s grayness. Even the light has becomes less intense and seems to be filtered into a cooler light.
As evening approaches a stillness engulfs the land. Warmer temperatures are a welcome relief to previous damp weather. It won’t be long before the land will be hushed with a blanket of white.
Debbie Lamey-MacDonald
Grant’s Lake, Nova Scotia
This past weekend we were fortunate to receive warmer temperatures and drier weather. I decided to take advantage of the finer weather and head out on location. I knew I would not be blessed with many more days to paint en plein air before it got too cold.
It was amazing how much the light had changed since early autumn. The warmth of the sun quickly disappeared as the sun began to fade. Unfortunately I had forgotten my small gloves, so a rapid clean up occurred before I trudged back to my car! Admittedly, my thermos of tea was a welcome relief when I got back into my car!
One Comment
Love your descriptions “hushed with a blanket of white”. I agree that the straw colored grasses add a softness to the landscape. You painted them perfectly. Nice directions on the clouds…it is the perfect touch to lead your eye around the composition. Ending your day with tea sounds so comforting. What’s your favorite flavor? I’ve been enjoying chai lately!