Peaks in the morning 1915

Ferdinand Hodler painted this scene of "Peaks in the Morning" with oil on canvas. The texture is smooth and the brushstrokes are soft, layering the paint to evoke the play of light and shadow on the mountains. The cool palette of blues and whites creates a sense of serene stillness. Hodler thinned the paint to build up the misty atmosphere, blending the pigment to create a soft, hazy effect. The production process is relatively straightforward, which helps to highlight the natural beauty of the landscape. It's easy to overlook how much physical work goes into painting, like the preparation of the canvas, grinding pigments, and the application of paint. Even a serene scene such as this embodies the labor and effort involved in its making. Understanding the materials and techniques used by Hodler can help us to appreciate the artistic process. It also enriches our understanding of the final artwork itself.