Lochside Trees

This painting is structured around a vertical rhythm of tree forms set against a saturated, layered ground. Pale trunks rise through dense colour fields, their repeated spacing creating a measured counterpoint to the expressive surface beneath. Blues and greens at the upper register suggest reflected water and canopy, while warmer oranges and reds build depth and weight below.

Collaged elements and over-painted marks remain partially visible, anchoring the composition in process rather than finish. The trees act less as individual forms than as a collective presence, holding the space between water, land, and light. The work balances structure and improvisation, allowing the landscape to emerge through accumulation rather than description.