Moonlight on the Konkapot c. 1926
evaauldwatson
abstract painting
water colours
possibly oil pastel
handmade artwork painting
tile art
fluid art
acrylic on canvas
united-states
watercolour bleed
watercolour illustration
watercolor
Eva Auld Watson's "Moonlight on the Konkapot," a color woodcut print created in 1926, depicts a rushing river constrained by rock formations, with the water reflecting moonlight and the sky in a serene nighttime scene. The print was likely inspired by the natural beauty of the Konkapot River in Minnesota, reflecting Watson's interest in the American landscape. The woodcut's vivid colors and dynamic composition evoke a sense of movement and tranquility, capturing the captivating power of nature. The piece is currently housed at the Minneapolis Institute of Art, where it offers a glimpse into the artistic output of a prominent American printmaker.
Comments
In the 1920s, Eva Auld Watson spent summers in the Berkshire Mountains in Massachusetts, working in the barn-turned-studio she shared with her printmaker husband, Ernest Watson. The Konkapot River, named after a Mohican chief, ran near the studio. This image could represent the creative charge she got from being in this rustic setting. After traveling through a daunting rock formation, the water plows into the moonlight, spreading forth like a glowing mantel fringed in lavender. After printing the white highlights, Watson added a few spatters to the sky for stars.
Join the conversation
Join millions of artists and users on Artera today and experience the ultimate creative platform.