Avondale
1885
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1885
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This photo shows a quiet pond surrounded by trees. The water is still, reflecting the branches above. The edges of the trees are dark, while the sky and light spots in the water stay pale. The trees look a little rough, like they’re sketched quickly—maybe the artist wanted to show nature as it really is, not perfect. If you like this style, check out Realism next.
