Snowing at Cass 1947

Rita Angus painted 'Snowing at Cass’ with oil on canvas. The way she’s built up the painting is interesting. It’s like she’s piecing together different shapes and shades to build a landscape that feels both solid and dreamlike. I can imagine her standing there, brush in hand, trying to capture the essence of this snowy scene. What's so interesting about painting, I find, is that you’re always trying to get the feel of something. Look at how she's used these cool greys and whites to give us a sense of the cold, crisp air. And those soft blues in the water – they make the whole scene feel so peaceful and still. The textures are subtle, but they’re there if you look closely. It's like the paint itself is mimicking the way snow blankets the landscape. Angus is part of a long conversation, and the way she’s chosen to express herself here resonates with other artists who’ve tried to capture the feeling of a place, a moment.