Glen Lyon - Evening Mist 

This is David Young Cameron's "Glen Lyon - Evening Mist," made with watercolour and graphite. Note how the composition is quietly divided into horizontal bands. At the bottom, a muted wash suggests a body of water, followed by a strip of trees, then the undulating forms of hills. The atmospheric perspective is created with a reductive palette of browns and greys and blues. This not only renders the landscape but also creates a sense of emotional depth. The blurred edges and indistinct forms lend the scene a dreamlike quality, reinforcing the idea of evening mist. Consider how the formal elements here—the soft hues, the subtle gradations of tone, the horizontal arrangement—work together to evoke a sense of tranquil immensity. This watercolor moves beyond mere representation; it offers a study in mood and perception.