Moonlight scene with a windmill by a river
1838
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1838
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This drawing shows a windmill by a river at dusk. The sky is soft with a low moon, and the water looks calm. Trees and rocks frame the scene, while a few small boats drift in the distance. The artist used loose, sketchy lines to suggest light and shadow. The windmill’s blades are still, almost like it’s resting. Next, check out cross-hatching to see how artists build texture with lines.
