30 ” x 20″, Oil painting
This painting is a reflection of the beauty of the renewal of Texas in spring. The bluebonnets sway in the soft breeze, mimicking an ocean of blue. The hill in the background stands the test of time, a reminder of the vast hill country. The old oak, a sentinel, watches over the land below, providing shade for the traveler. The path invites the viewer in, beckoning them to experience and explore the world inside the painting. I chose to capture the Texas countryside because of the simple beauty it represents in our everyday lives. You do not have to visit mountains to experience beauty. We can pause and look around at the beauty surrounding us. We can take the trail less traveled and reflect on the beauty in our everyday lives.
The artist that inspired this painting was the Texas artist, Dalhart Windberg and his son Mike Windberg. Both artists capture landscapes that they see around them.