Morning on the Tarmac 1941

"Morning on the Tarmac" (1941) by Eric Ravilious depicts a scene of wartime activity at an airfield. The painting shows a group of British airmen standing by a seaplane, with another seaplane parked nearby. The cool and misty tones of the watercolor create a sense of quiet anticipation. Ravilious, known for his precise and evocative depictions of everyday life, captures the stark beauty of the wartime landscape and the sense of duty that permeated the air. This evocative image is a testament to the artist's mastery of watercolors and his ability to capture the mood and atmosphere of the period.