Tree [verso]

About this work

This painting shows a loose, sketchy tree with green leaves and brown branches. The colors are soft and blended, mostly pale greens and yellows, with some darker spots for shadows. The background is a light, peachy paper that lets the tree stand out. The brushstrokes are quick and uneven, like the artist was working fast outdoors. This style was common when artists painted what they saw in nature without too much detail. Next, check out watercolor to see how artists use thin layers of paint to build up light and color.