View on the River Var 

Winston Churchill created this painting, "View on the River Var," using oil paints, a material capable of capturing both light and depth. The visible brushstrokes speak to the speed and confidence of the painting process. Note how the texture and viscosity of the oil paint allow for a layered composition, where colors blend and overlap, creating an impressionistic effect. This technique highlights the artist’s engagement with the physical qualities of the medium. Churchill’s choice of oil paints reflects an embrace of tradition, yet his approach to the landscape steers away from academic precision, prioritizing the act of painting itself. The application of paint becomes a record of his interaction with the scene, transforming an observation into a personal expression. By considering the materials and the way they're applied, we move beyond the subject matter, and begin to understand the painting as a dynamic record of a singular experience.