Autumn Creek

Autumn Creek is a small oil painting, 2 by 3 inches, matted to 3 by 4 inches and set in a broad golden frame. The composition centers on a narrow stream, its calm surface bordered by trees clad in a mix of yellow, orange, and green leaves. The tall, slender trunks rise on either side, forming a dense canopy that captures the layered depth of autumn’s colors. Above, a clear blue sky offers a fresh contrast, sharpening the scene’s natural serenity. This piece emerged from photographs I took during fall, aiming to capture the quiet interplay of light, color, and form that defines the season’s stillness and vitality.