Shade Makers rural art Birch trees frame the composition

Birch trees frame the composition while sparkling lake waters catch the light beneath a glowing Michigan sky

unhurried meditation on time and stillness — equal parts memento mori and pure color celebration

Oil on canvas — 16 × 20 inches

giving the whole arrangement a glow that feels like a kitchen window in late July

and blues with restless oil pastel marks throughout

Shade Makers rural art Birch trees frame the compositionHeavy clouds roll over Lake Charlevoix, their violet shadows stretching across the water as the last warm light clings to the horizon. Theres a Tom Thomson feel here bold, direct brushwork that lets the paint do the talking. Original oil painting by Roman Oil on canvas panel 810 inches Gold plein air frame Certificate of Authenticity included Free shipping within the United States