Morning Mists

Morning Mists

Mary Busk

1923

watercolor

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting shows a quiet mountain range fading into soft white mist. The peaks are pale blue-gray, blending into the sky, while a dark line of trees runs along the base. The brushstrokes are loose and watery, with no sharp edges—just smooth washes of color. The artist used thin layers of watercolor, letting the paper show through in places. This keeps the scene light and airy, like looking at a real foggy morning. Check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more works like this.

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