Landscape, after Turner 1893

Editor: Here's "Landscape, after Turner" by Robert David Gauley. It's a watercolor that feels both turbulent and ethereal to me. Given it's 'after Turner', I'm curious, what kind of symbolism do you see being carried forward or reinterpreted here? Curator: The echoing of Turner brings forward his interest in the sublime, yes. Gauley seems to be delving into the emotional weight of nature, using light and shadow to evoke a sense of awe, and perhaps even a touch of melancholy. What feelings does the scene elicit in you? Editor: It definitely has that feeling of being overwhelmed by nature. I hadn't considered the melancholy, but I see it now in the muted tones. Curator: Turner aimed to capture the spiritual power within nature. Gauley, by referencing him, engages in a dialogue with that tradition. It's fascinating how artists use these visual symbols across time, isn't it? Editor: It is. It makes you wonder what future artists will make of our symbols. Thanks!