Black Lake, Laurentides Victoria Block

The triptych presents a landscape dominated by water and dense woodland. Here we observe a body of still water, its surface acting as a mirror reflecting the surrounding foliage and sky. The composition is divided into three distinct panels, each offering a slightly varied perspective on this scene.
The left panel introduces a patch of sunlight filtering through the trees, illuminating a section of the forest edge with vibrant yellows and greens. This area appears to be in focus, drawing the viewers eye initially. The middle panel continues the view across the water’s surface, maintaining a consistent level of detail and color saturation. The right panel offers a similar perspective, though slightly darker, suggesting a shift in light or atmospheric conditions.
The reflections are integral to the work; they arent merely copies of the upper scene but possess an independent visual weight. Clouds drift across the water’s surface, creating a dynamic interplay between the real and reflected skies. The artist has rendered these reflections with a degree of distortion, suggesting movement on the water and adding to the overall sense of tranquility.
The color palette is predominantly cool – greens, blues, and grays – punctuated by the warmer yellows of the sunlight. This creates a feeling of serenity and quietude. The brushwork appears loose and textured, contributing to an impressionistic style that prioritizes atmosphere over precise representation.
Subtly, the division into three panels introduces a sense of fragmentation or layered perception. It could be interpreted as representing different moments in time, or perhaps multiple viewpoints on the same scene. This structure encourages contemplation about the nature of reflection and how it alters our understanding of reality. The overall effect is one of meditative stillness, inviting the viewer to lose themselves within the landscapes quiet beauty.