Landscape
1838
graphite
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1838
graphite
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This sketch shows a quiet forest scene with a winding dirt path cutting through tall trees. The artist used soft pencil strokes to draw the trees, some leaning over the path while others stand straight in the background. Light and shadow play across the scene, giving the trees a three-dimensional look. The sketch feels loose and quick, like it was drawn outside. The artist focused on the natural shapes and light rather than perfect details. Want to see more sketches like this? Look up Cheney, Seth Wells.