“Cool Glades” is a serene plein air painting that captures a peaceful moment in Top Bridge Park, Parksville, B.C. Painted in the open air, the piece reflects the artist’s immersion in the natural beauty of the forest. The scene is bathed in the warm light of the sun, which illuminates the textured rocks and expansive open space within the cool, shaded glade of the forest. Hues of soft blues and gentle greens dominate the canvas, creating a tranquil atmosphere as light filters through the trees. The contrasting warmth of the sunlit rocks against the cool, shaded ground evokes a sense of harmony between nature’s warmth and coolness. The artist’s brushstrokes bring the gentle, soothing movement of light and shadow to life, offering a calming, contemplative glimpse into this quiet corner of the park. “Cool Glades” invites the viewer to step into this peaceful moment and feel the cool serenity of the forest, while also embracing the soft embrace of sunlight that brightens the space.

Size: 16″ x 20″, unframed