Painting (25) Barren Tree

I needed a little mental health break and I had one last blank canvas to use before I pack up all my art supplies. While the result is a little eerie, the process of painting all the little branches of this barren tree was soothing. And the background is cheerful at least. Here is the last painting I will do in this house:

Painting (24) Morning In the Forest

For my drawing challenge this week, I’m supposed to draw trees. This is what you would call putting the cart before the horse. Most painters sketch out an idea and then use it as a guide to paint. I did it the other way around: so here is my painting and tomorrow I will show you the drawing it inspired!