Mountainside scenes with steep slopes and diagonal lines appeal to my sense of drama in compostion. Anytime you can compose a scene with an "X" compostition, there is action/interest. I could have given the background mountain more of a slope to the middle to create a more dramatic compostition, however, the more gentle sloping horizon balances the steep mountainside to create a bit more restful compostion, and focuses the drama to the foreground.
You've got some excellent paintings throughout your blog! I primarily illustrate children's books but have recently gotten mor einterested in plein air painting and landscape painting. It's very inspirational to see your daily paintings.
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