This painting captures a quiet corner of Tice Woods, where a narrow stream winds its way through a tangle of Oregon vegetation. The scene is dense and wild, with brambles, shrubs, and trees pressing close to the water’s edge.
I wanted to reflect the natural disorder that defines places like this — not manicured, but alive with growth and texture. The water’s surface, catching the light, contrasts with the earthy tones of the banks and foliage, creating a moment of calm in the midst of thicket and bramble.
*Oil on canvas, 16×20. $290.*