Two Birches by Martin Howard (2016)
Watercolour, 30.5 x 40.6cm, 140 lb Fine grain paper.
Bysjörundan, Kvarnsveden, Borlänge.
A scenic landscape
view of a lake with a birch tree on
either side. This is Bysjörundan nature reserve in Kvarnsveden, an area of
Borlänge in the county of Dalarna, Sweden. There is a path around the lake
which can be walked or cycled. I painted this impressionist watercolour, hoping
to capture the beauty of this wonderful sunny day with the bright blue sky and
just a few clouds, beautifully reflected in the still water of the lake.
There's an old fence at the edge of the lake which gave a nice reflection in
the reeds, making an idyllic scene. It was so peaceful there and nobody in
sight. Summer in Scandinavia is short but sweet and the best time to hop on a
bike, cycle into the countryside and enjoy some beautiful scenery!
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