Hudson River Brick Piers

About this work

This sketch shows two brick piers jutting into a body of water at dusk. The left pier has a tall, skinny tower with a crane arm, while the right pier is wider and squatter. The water is calm, with a few whitecaps near the shore. The background is mostly dark, with a few faint lights glowing along the water’s edge. The artist used quick, loose brushstrokes to capture the scene, focusing on shapes and light over detail. The brown paper adds a warm, earthy tone that makes the colors pop. Next, check out watercolor to see how artists mix paint and water for soft, blended effects.