Last updated: 20 Dec 2024
Reflections
October 1986
Brush and paper
Watercolour
Landscape
Impressionism
The original of this painting is from Rowland Hilder. There are some reflections off the glass of the frame in the image.
1. Medium: Watercolor on paper
2. Shapes and objects:
- A large body of water (lake or wide river) dominating the foreground and middle ground
- A small boat or skiff in the middle distance, left of center
- Shoreline visible on both sides of the water body
- On the far shore:
- A cluster of trees with autumn foliage
- Two tall, rectangular structures (possibly buildings or silos)
- In the background:
- Faint outlines of hills or mountains
- On the near shore:
- Vegetation and rocks along the water's edge
- Reflections of the sky, trees, and structures in the water
- A complex sky with layered clouds and areas of light and shadow
3. Colours:
- Water: Predominantly warm beige and golden tones, reflecting the sky colors
- Sky: Varying shades of yellow, beige, and gray, creating a dramatic, moody atmosphere
- Trees on far shore: Rich browns and golden hues for autumn foliage
- Tall structures: Light gray or white, standing out against the landscape
- Distant hills: Muted blue-gray, blending into the sky
- Foreground vegetation: Dark brown and black
- Boat: Dark silhouette against the lighter water
- Overall palette: Warm, autumnal tones dominated by golds, browns, and grays
4. Narrative: This painting captures a serene autumnal scene by a body of water. The calm water surface, acting as a mirror for the sky and landscape, creates a sense of stillness and reflection. The small boat adds a human element and sense of scale to the vast landscape. The contrast between the warm autumn colors of the trees and the cool, industrial-looking structures in the background suggests an interplay between nature and human development. The overall atmosphere is one of tranquility and the melancholic beauty of the changing seasons, enhanced by the dramatic lighting in the sky.
5. Original Artist: This is an original work by Mehrdad Fahimi, as evidenced by the signature visible in the bottom right corner. The style demonstrates Fahimi's skill in watercolor techniques, particularly in capturing light and reflections. The painting shows influences from both traditional landscape painting and more contemporary approaches. The atmospheric quality and the treatment of light are reminiscent of J.M.W. Turner's later works, while the composition and subject matter also bring to mind some aspects of American tonalism. Fahimi's unique style is evident in the balance between detailed elements and more abstract, emotive use of color and light.
Details
Type
artwork
Created At
25 May 2023