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«Emerald Escape: An Impressionist Reverie». Chris Rutledge Chris Rutledge
   
«Emerald Escape: An Impressionist Reverie» is an exquisite large-scale acrylic painting that embraces the viewer with the serene beauty of a creek bathed in the golden light of the afternoon sun. Created in the style of impressionism and expressionist colors, the artist makes use of thick paint and bold brush strokes, juxtaposing vivid colors against a pastel palette, evoking the tranquility of a peaceful day out in nature.

The central focus of this composition is the emerald-green creek, flowing languidly, its surface a mirror to the sunny skies overhead. The reflection of the brilliant yellow sun filters through the canopy of the tall trees surrounding the creek, casting dappled light on the water and creating a play of light and shadow that adds depth and dynamic to the scene.

On the bank of the creek, a couple of vacant canoes are waiting silently, their presence hinting at the prospect of an adventure or a leisurely paddle on the calm water. There's a sense of stillness in this detail, a promise of solitude and peaceful respite from the clamor of everyday life.

On the creek's edge, towering trees rise majestically, their leaves a mix of vivid and pastel colors that speak of a seasonal transition. A rugged rock formation beside the creek adds another layer of texture and natural beauty to the scene, grounding the ethereal quality of the painting with a touch of earthy realism.

«Emerald Escape: An Impressionist Reverie» is an ode to the tranquil beauty of nature, a snapshot of a moment suspended in time, and a call to return to the simple pleasures of life. It's a testament to the artist's ability to capture the charm and spirit of a place, and to share its story through the language of colors and strokes.
«Emerald Escape: An Impressionist Reverie»
Art by Independent Artists,  Digital Art,  Digital Art
Author: Chris Rutledge
3.8 x  101.6 x  50.8 cm  /   1.5 x  40 x  20 in
Themes: Landscape  /   Genre: Impressionnism  /   Authenticity / Provenance: Sold by the Artist  /   Artists types: Independant artists  /   Period: Contemporary  /  
 
Posted: may 27, 2023 / Modified: may 27, 2023
Copyright Chris Rutledge

 
«Emerald Escape: An Impressionist Reverie»
877 €  623 £  1,000 $ 
Private collection
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Chris Rutledge
Chris Rutledge
Artist Painter 
Longmont, United States
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