Big Flowage 1979

"Big Flowage" is a 1979 oil painting by American artist Neil Welliver (1929-2005). The large-scale work depicts a tranquil, expansive landscape, showcasing a flowing body of water with a distant forest line. The water is filled with the reflections of a sky dotted with puffy, white clouds. Welliver was known for his depictions of the natural world with a focus on Maine, where he frequently sought inspiration. His work often features realistic details rendered in a painterly style, capturing the beauty and tranquility of nature.