Paradise, Newport
1877
gouache
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1877
gouache
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This painting shows a quiet, rocky landscape with rolling hills in the distance. A small stream cuts through the foreground, and a few sheep graze near some large boulders. The sky is soft and pale, with just a hint of clouds. The artist used a light, sketchy style—almost like a watercolor but thicker. This was a popular way to quickly capture outdoor scenes in the late 1800s. Next, check out gouache to see how this paint differs from watercolor.
