Moonrise over the Old Oak

Moonrise over the Old OakAn original en plein air painting of an old oak in the Cotswolds. The tree rose so proudly against the fields with calmly grazing sheep, its shape was even more impressive as it had lost some autumn leaves, and I could see the gnarly branches silhouetted against the dusky sky. I scouted the area for days before painting this scene, so that I could work precisely as the moon rose on the horizon. Unframed size 30 cm (H) x 40cm (W) x 1cm (D) (approx 12 x

and I found that it made a very pretty scene

An original plein air painting of the Oxfordshire countryside as seen from a back lane

The hint of a verdant hill in the distance is a delight for painters and wanderers alike as they explore the English countryside

The cloudless blue sky is reflected in the remnants of puddles in the field and walking path

This is an original oil painting

This painting was presented at the New English Art Club Annual Exhibition 2024

This artwork is only available framed - 24 cm (H) x 32 cm (W) / (approx 9

I enjoyed making studies of the animals residing on the grounds

I absolutely loved this slightly overcast scene

then provided it is returned to me in the same condition within 14 days I will issue a full refund

the green hills and farmlands of Oxfordshire

I enjoyed creating a composition that emphasised the way that the dark