Calm water in japanese garden by Stella Ammerlaan

About "Calm water in japanese garden"

by Stella Ammerlaan

About the artwork

The picture shows a tranquil scene of cloudy water partially hidden by a speckled layer of tiny orange maple leaves. The water, slightly murky with a soft grey-blue hue, reflects the sky above it, the trees around it and creates a muted, serene atmosphere. The surface is dotted with countless tiny orange maple leaves, forming a delicate, natural mosaic that floats gently on the water. Each leaf is intricately shaped, with pointed ends and a vibrant orange colour, some slightly tinged with red or yellow, adding warmth to the otherwise cool palette.

Around the water, the landscape is lush and vibrant, filled with a variety of plants and trees. On one side, pine trees with green needles stand like silent sentinels, their reflection barely visible in the murky water below. The branches sway gently in the wind, adding a sense of movement to the stillness of the water. Clusters of plants and low-lying shrubs with rich green foliage grow along the water's edge.

Large moss-covered stones are scattered along the bank, their rough surface softened by layers of brown moss. The combination of the rocks, pine trees and delicate maple leaves on the water creates a harmonious balance between the elements of earth and water, stillness and movement.

The overall feel of the picture is one of quiet contemplation and natural beauty. The murky water with its blanket of orange maple leaves, surrounded by green plants and ancient stones, evokes a peaceful, almost meditative atmosphere and invites the viewer to immerse himself in the calm and serene environment.