Apple Tree (Study for Portrait of Ellen) 1935

"Apple Tree (Study for Portrait of Ellen)," painted in 1935 by Canadian artist Prudence Heward, is a study for a larger portrait. Heward, known for her expressive landscapes and portraits, captures a close-up view of an apple tree laden with fruit. The bold, thick brushstrokes and vibrant colors contribute to the painting's dynamic energy and suggest the natural movement of the branches. The composition also includes a distant landscape, possibly a countryside, suggesting the larger context for the portrait.