Bishop's Creek, Fulham.
1860
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1860
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This sketch shows a quiet scene of tall, thin trees standing in a field. The branches are bare or lightly leafed, and the ground looks soft and uneven. In the distance, there’s a small log with what might be a bird perched on it. The artist used quick, loose lines to suggest movement in the trees and grass. The drawing feels like a quick study rather than a finished piece. Look up stippling next to see how artists create texture with dots.
