Steven McHugh
"Watching" by Steven McHugh  Image: "Watching" is an abstract landscape painting dominated by warm autumnal tones. The upper part features vibrant, fiery hues of yellow and orange, suggesting a dense canopy of trees in full fall color. These bright shades gradually blend into deeper, earthy greens and browns toward the lower middle section, evoking the trunk and undergrowth. This captivating piece embodies the essence of fall on Madeline Island, part of the Apostle Islands in Lake Superior, WI, reflecting the unique landscapes that inspire my mixed-media creations. Experience the vibrant energy of autumn through this evocative and richly textured work.

This abstract landscape painting reminds me of fall season on Madeline Island. The upper part features vibrant, fiery hues of yellow and orange, suggesting a dense canopy of trees in full fall color. These bright shades gradually blend into deeper, earthy greens and browns toward the lower middle section, evoking the trunk and undergrowth. The bottom portion is filled with textured, mottled greens and yellows, representing thick foliage or grass. The brushstrokes are layered and varied, creating a rich, textured surface that emphasizes the organic feel of the scene. The overall composition captures the essence of an autumn forest with a focus on color and texture rather than fine detail.

Painting is 14" x 21" and is framed in a gallery floating frame measuring 14.75" x 21.75".
"Watching" is an abstract landscape painting dominated by warm autumnal tones. The upper part features vibrant, fiery hues of yellow and orange, suggesting a dense canopy of trees in full fall color. These bright shades gradually blend into deeper, earthy greens and browns toward the lower middle section, evoking the trunk and undergrowth. This captivating piece embodies the essence of fall on Madeline Island, part of the Apostle Islands in Lake Superior, WI, reflecting the unique landscapes that inspire my mixed-media creations. Experience the vibrant energy of autumn through this evocative and richly textured work. This abstract landscape painting reminds me of fall season on Madeline Island. The upper part features vibrant, fiery hues of yellow and orange, suggesting a dense canopy of trees in full fall color. These bright shades gradually blend into deeper, earthy greens and browns toward the lower middle section, evoking the trunk and undergrowth. The bottom portion is filled with textured, mottled greens and yellows, representing thick foliage or grass. The brushstrokes are layered and varied, creating a rich, textured surface that emphasizes the organic feel of the scene. The overall composition captures the essence of an autumn forest with a focus on color and texture rather than fine detail. Painting is 14" x 21" and is framed in a gallery floating frame measuring 14.75" x 21.75".