At Sligachan, Isle of Skye
1875
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1875
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This painting shows a rugged mountain valley with rocky hills and patches of green. The sky is bright, with fluffy white clouds against a pale blue backdrop. In the distance, darker mountains rise, while the foreground has sharp rocks and sparse vegetation. The artist used soft, blended strokes to capture light and shadow across the landscape. This style was common in watercolors of the time. Next, check out Johnson, Charles Edward for more of his work.