IMG_4491 Cedarburg Covered Bridge

Cedarburg Covered Bridge was created on rough Arches watercolor paper to highlight the textures of the snow covered creek, riverbanks and rolling hills.  The painting contrasts a brilliant blue sky with the grays and earth colors of the bridge and towering willow branches.  Reflections of the vertical siding on the bridge are revealed in the open shapes of the water, repeating the rhythms above.  Powerful contrasts between the spare architectural geometry and the overgrown, lyrical shapes of the riverbank trees are showcased in pure white snow.  The capacity of watercolor for sparkling whites and transparent rich darks made this historic winter scene a natural choice.