The Swamp Tree
by Phil Chadwick
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Title
The Swamp Tree
Artist
Phil Chadwick
Medium
Painting - Oil On Canvas
Description
I often wonder about the secret life of trees. New science and research confirms that their life and roots are much more entwined and deeper than you could ever imagine. The older trees like this one would have quite a story to tell. All of nature is inter-connected and humans have forgotten or at least ignored this simple fact.
Science has proved that neighboring trees help each other through their root systems. This assistance can be achieved directly through intertwined roots or indirectly by growing fungal networks around the roots that serve as a sort of extended nervous system connecting separate trees. These forest relationships are even more complex as they appear able to distinguish their own roots from those of other species and even of their own relatives.
Forests should be stress free zones and it is where I can escape to really relax and create. The new practice of forest bathing has nothing to do with water but with immersing yourself into the healing properties of the natural environment of trees and plants. Forest bathing is based on the Japanese practice of shinrin-yoku which translates to "taking in the forest atmosphere." Meditative time spent in the woods can offer a host of mental, emotional and physical benefits. I just knew that it felt good to paint en plein air surrounded by trees and not computer screens. The canoe is another place of serenity for me.
This particular tree is looking north from the edge of Watershed Farm on the 12th Concession of King Township toward the small swamp on the other side of the property line. I have painted this characteristic tree before in #0550 "Swamp Tree" and possibly more canvases. I forget. It leans out over the water quite a ways. The family Chesapeake was with me along with a million biting black flies. The flies get under the brim of the hat and proceed to bite away. Sometimes blood drips down my nose without me noticing - especially if I am in the zone. My right temple was actually swollen with bites. The family Chesapeake kept the water very disturbed as always.
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A Hillman
So happy you have been able to paint this scene again and again...it's wonderful and another example of how color and shapes that are abstract can create a reality that is truly feels like the atmosphere of the outdoors...love the description. Plein air is definitely your forte, Phil Chadwick! This is a beautiful, sparkling, and uplifting painting! l/f
Phil Chadwick replied:
You are very observant and astute Sunny. I think your comments are right. In the studio I have the time and patience required to try to make everything perfect.. but en plein air, the changing light, weather and the bugs tell me when I had best call it finished. The beauty can be found n the imperfections. Thank yo so much for this!
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