Mt. Hood Erupting 1865

thomashill

sky

abstract painting

impressionist painting style

landscape

impressionist landscape

possibly oil pastel

oil painting

underpainting

mountain

natural-landscape

painting painterly

watercolour bleed

watercolour illustration

nature

watercolor

"Mt. Hood Erupting" (1865) by Thomas Hill is a captivating landscape painting that captures the majestic presence of Mount Hood in the Pacific Northwest. Hill, known for his grand depictions of American scenery, portrays the mountain in a dramatic eruption, with smoke billowing from its peak. The scene is framed by a serene lake, reflecting the mountain and the surrounding landscape, creating a sense of tranquility amidst the dramatic spectacle. The composition is filled with rich greens and browns, punctuated by the white snowcapped peak of Mount Hood, enhancing the painting's overall beauty and visual impact.