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Autumnal Hours
"I cannot endure to waste anything as precious as autumn sunshine by staying in the house. So I spend almost all the daylight hours in the open air."
- Nathaniel Hawthorne (1804-1864)
If you notice something special in the autumn light, or if the colors seem more vivid and deeply hued, you are not alone. Fall’s gilded season brings the sun’s low, slanting light, creating deeper blue skies that contrast beautifully with the changing leaves. This tartan captures the essence of an autumn landscape, blending rich golds, vibrant reds, and earthy browns and greens. As the sun’s position shifts, our perception of color and light changes. The lower angle of the sun, combined with decreased humidity, allows less water vapor to scatter the light, directing more blue light to our eyes while reducing the levels of red and green. The abundance of warm, coppery tones in the falling leaves has long inspired artists, writers, poets, and anyone who cherishes the beauty of autumn’s final moments. ❤️ 🧡 💛 💚 🍃 🍂 ☀️
Autumn has long been a favorite season for artists, inspiring many to capture its vibrant colors and serene atmosphere on canvas. One of the most famous artists renowned for autumnal scenes is Vincent van Gogh. Although primarily associated with his bold and emotive style, van Gogh’s “Autumn Landscape at Dusk” vividly displays the warm hues of fall, with its orange trees set against a dusky sky, showcasing his deep appreciation for the season's changing colors.
Another notable artist is Claude Monet, whose series of paintings on the gardens and landscapes of Giverny include several autumn scenes. His works, such as "Autumn on the Seine at Argenteuil," illustrate the soft, golden light of fall, with shimmering reflections of red and yellow leaves on water, rendered in his signature Impressionist style. American artist Winslow Homer also depicted autumn's beauty in his landscapes, often featuring the wild forests and coastlines of New England. His painting “Autumn Woods” captures the rustic simplicity and earthy tones of a forest in full fall bloom, emphasizing the season's natural tranquility. These artists, among others, have immortalized the essence of autumn through their unique styles, leaving a legacy of artwork that continues to evoke the beauty of this fleeting season.
For more on famous autumnal artists and art of the season, click Winslow Homer's beautiful 1877 rendition of a lady walking in the fall season titled "Autumn."