Autumn 

Fern Coppedge created this vibrant landscape painting, "Autumn," using oil on canvas. The initial impression is one of warmth, owing to the dominance of yellow, orange and russet hues. These autumnal colors are mirrored in the tranquil water, creating a balanced composition. Coppedge employs a structural juxtaposition, contrasting the organic forms of the trees with the geometric shapes of the house. The stone facade of the building introduces a textured element, echoed in the foliage, which provides a counterpoint to the smoother surfaces of the water and sky. The artist engages with the traditional subject of landscape, yet the application of color and the interplay of reflections introduce a level of abstraction. The painting invites us to consider how these formal elements converge to destabilize conventional representations of nature, offering a space for new ways of seeing and interpreting our environment. Ultimately, the interplay between form and color generates an experience that is not just aesthetically pleasing but also conceptually engaging.