1891
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
An Old Dam Near Montrose is a 1891 ink by James David Smillie, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This picture shows a quiet river scene with a small dam in the middle. The water is calm, reflecting the trees and sky. On the left, a lone tree stands near the shore, while on the right, bushes grow close to the water’s edge. In the background, more trees and hills fade into a soft, hazy light. The artist used a dark, grainy style to show light and shadow, almost like a sketch. This technique makes the scene feel misty and real. Next, check out aquatint to see how this printmaking method works.
James David Smillie was an American artist, cofounder of the American Watercolor Society and New York Etching Club. His brother was painter George Henry Smillie.
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