Forest Light tree painting Barry Tate Gallery of Fine Art - acrylic paintings and watercolor paintings

FOREST LIGHT
One of my favorite subjects to paint is a broad leaf forest with the interplay of dancing lights. The best light for most paintings and photographs is usually in the early morning or evening as the long shadows tend to enhance the 3 D of most outdoor scenes. But in the forest, high noon is more often the case. The sun has a chance of shinning through the canopy and with just a little breeze, wonderful patterns of shifting light and colors are sure to happen.

It's a very magical time and it is easy to imagine how so many fairy tales begin in a place like this. I often "push" the colors and patterns to add to the feeling. With Forest Light, the main light source is coming from within which I think adds even more mystery and magic to the painting! What's causing the light? Could it be from a gathering of forest angels or leprechauns?

ORIGINAL PAINTING:

30" x 40" acrylic on 3/4" clean-edge canvas. ( 28x38 face dimension )
A clean-edge painting can simply be hung "as is" for a modern contemporary look, or by using an optional frame that suits your decor.

GICLÉE PRINT
Giclée prints are the best type of reproductions available today.
They are supplied with a double acid free mat and foam backing board. All you need is a common 16x20" frame.
Mat options are:
    silver gray with dark blue inner mat - nice traditional look that fits well. A mid to dark colored frame looks best
    dark blue on dark blue - dramatic and bold look, very powerful. Best with a light colored frame like metallic or wood.
    white on white - traditional gallery choice, classy and elegant. Goes with all decors. Best with a mid to medium dark frame.

FOREST LIGHT One of my favorite subjects to paint is a broad leaf forest with the interplay of dancing lights. The best light for most paintings and photographs is usually in the early morning or evening as the long shadows tend to enhance the 3 D of most outdoor scenes. But in the forest, high noon is more often the case. The sun has a chance of shinning through the canopy and with just a little breeze, wonderful patterns of shifting light and colors are sure to happen. It's a very magical time and it is easy to imagine how so many fairy tales begin in a place like this. I often "push" the colors and patterns to add to the feeling. With Forest Light, the main light source is coming from within which I think adds even more mystery and magic to the painting! What's causing the light? Could it be from a gathering of forest angels or leprechauns? ORIGINAL PAINTING: 30" x 40" acrylic on 3/4" clean-edge canvas. ( 28x38 face dimension ) A clean-edge painting can simply be hung "as is" for a modern contemporary look, or by using an optional frame that suits your decor. GICLÉE PRINT Giclée prints are the best type of reproductions available today. They are supplied with a double acid free mat and foam backing board. All you need is a common 16x20" frame. Mat options are: silver gray with dark blue inner mat - nice traditional look that fits well. A mid to dark colored frame looks best dark blue on dark blue - dramatic and bold look, very powerful. Best with a light colored frame like metallic or wood. white on white - traditional gallery choice, classy and elegant. Goes with all decors. Best with a mid to medium dark frame.

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