FortinMarc-Aurиle Shawbridge-We Marc-Aur Fortin

The artwork presents a landscape rendered in a stylized and somewhat flattened perspective. A dominant tree occupies the left foreground, its foliage a complex interplay of greens, reds, and yellows suggesting autumn or a vibrant, abstracted representation of nature. The trunk is solid and dark, anchoring the composition while drawing the eye upward.
Beyond the tree, the terrain rises in gentle undulations, delineated by thick black lines that emphasize the contours of the land. These lines create a sense of deliberate construction rather than naturalistic depiction. Patches of color – greens, yellows, reds – are applied in broad strokes, contributing to an overall impression of simplified forms and heightened emotional intensity.
A small structure, possibly a farmhouse or barn, is nestled near the base of the tree on the left side. Its presence suggests human habitation within this rural setting, though it remains secondary to the grandeur of the natural environment. A weathered fence runs across the lower portion of the scene, further reinforcing the impression of cultivated land and a connection between humanity and the landscape.
In the distance, hills rise sharply, their forms simplified into geometric shapes with contrasting colors – blues and whites – that create a sense of depth despite the overall flatness of the composition. A flock of birds is visible in the sky above these distant hills, adding a dynamic element to an otherwise static scene.
The color palette is bold and expressive, eschewing naturalistic representation for a more subjective interpretation of the landscape. The thick outlines and simplified forms suggest a deliberate distancing from realism, perhaps aiming to convey not just what is seen but also the emotional impact of the environment. Theres a sense of quiet contemplation evoked by this scene; it’s less about documenting a specific place and more about capturing an essence or feeling associated with rural life and the passage of time.