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Original painting- ONLY ONE AVAILABLE

A sunset forest scene rendered in textured watercolor—this horizontal poster brings the hush of dusk and the glow of fading light into your room. Soft washes of color blend into tree silhouettes, creating depth without sharp edges. Hung above a reading nook or leaned on a mantel, it settles the space and invites quiet: the kind of art that feels like a breath after a long day. For someone who collects peaceful landscapes and cares about tactile detail, the matte, textured surface reads like original paper, not a glossy reproduction. Use it to warm an entryway, anchor a living room gallery wall, or layer with botanical prints for a cozy, lived-in look during the slow, low-light months.

About This Painting

I wanted to create a forest scene that felt like standing beneath glowing autumn trees at sunset. Rather than focusing on realism, I emphasized color, atmosphere, and light to create a sense of warmth and wonder.

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Original painting 11x15" painted on 140lb professional watercolor paper.  Hand signed by artist (not pictured). Unframed.

Original painting is shipped flat, covered in puncture proof HDPE plastic, sealed in watertight plastic sleeve. USPS Priority Mail (1-3 days) with tracking and insurance (domestic US)

This painting is based on the artist’s original travel photograph (or imagination).  This is a real watercolor painting (no AI art). Fine art prints are scans/photographs of the original painting.   Prints are made in the USA- no third party overseas dropshipping.  Every print/painting is physically inspected &shipped by the artist.  Your purchase helps a real-life living artist- a small business of one person supporting a family.

Painted by artist Ryan Fox. Ryan Fox is a signature member of the American and National Watercolor Societies, as well as many state and regional associations. Ryan has won awards in The American Watercolor Society (AWS), Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors, Missouri Watercolor Society, Georgia Watercolor Society (GWS), and Watercolor Society of North Carolina juried shows. His work has been featured in Watercolor Artist Magazine, Art of Watercolour, and Splash 15, 16, 19 &20 hardcover books published by F+W Media. His instructional DVDs are marketed by Creative Catalyst Productions.

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