A Beautiful Day At Klondike Lake

An ordinary day, closely seen

The far bank runs almost straight across the scene. Above it, leafy trees and bright clouds make a lively skyline; below it, their reflection softens into green and blue. The water nearest the viewer hints at the shallow bottom, adding a different kind of detail to the foreground.

There is no need for a spectacular sunset here. The picture works through the contrast between solid shoreline and changing reflections. Look for the darker bands beneath the trees, then the broad pale shapes where clouds appear in the water. Those shifts give a simple lake view depth and rhythm without disturbing its easygoing character.

The place behind the image

The park includes picnic shelters. See the county’s park information for background, and the current visitor page when planning an outing.

Picture it on your wall

A landscape print makes the most of the long bank. Keep the foreground water rather than cropping tightly around the trees; it supplies much of the sense of being there. Explore prints and available merchandise for A Beautiful Day At Klondike Lake.

Sources and related exploration

• View this artwork in the Unfocussed Archives
• Explore the Klondike Park location hub