near Hunters Beach, Acadia National Park 2008

"Near Hunters Beach, Acadia National Park" (2008) is a photorealistic painting by Richard Estes, known for his mastery of photorealism, a genre that emerged in the 1960s. The painting depicts a dense forest setting, likely in Acadia National Park, Maine. Estes's trademark attention to detail is evident in the meticulously rendered trees, foliage, and fallen logs, capturing the subtle interplay of light and shadow. The composition evokes a sense of both serenity and wildness, reflecting the natural beauty of the Maine landscape.