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Lemon Tree encaustic

Lemon Tree Song - 6" x 12"

 

"Lemon Tree Song" is an enchanting piece rendered in encaustic beeswax, measuring 6" x 12". The artwork captures a serene landscape with a lemon tree dominating the foreground, its branches laden with vibrant green leaves that blend into shades of yellow. The detailed foliage and textured lemons add depth and authenticity to the scene, inviting viewers to linger and explore its intricate beauty.
The foreground bursts with lush grasses and low-lying bushes, painted in a palette that transitions from green to yellow and brown. This textured underbrush contrasts beautifully with the distant rolling hills, which fade into soft greens and grays, creating a sense of depth and tranquility. The sky above shifts seamlessly from light blue to a warm peachy-orange, suggesting the gentle embrace of dawn or dusk.

Adding a unique dimension, faint musical notations and lyrics are superimposed across the landscape, creating an ethereal harmony between sight and sound. The interplay of natural elements and musical motifs evokes a multifaceted visual experience that resonates on multiple levels.

The inspiration behind this piece is rooted in personal memories and connections: the artist’s girlfriend's affection for lemons, a neighbor’s lemon tree viewed through a window, and the nostalgic tunes of "Lemon Tree" by Peter, Paul and Mary. The meticulous crafting of light and shadow on the lemons, coupled with the textured leaves, highlights the artist’s dedication to intimate detail and tactile quality.

"Lemon Tree Song" is not just a visual delight but a sensory journey through memory, nature, and melody, inviting viewers to pause, reflect, and perhaps even hum along.

    $950.00Price

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