Original artwork description:

This captivating original oil painting transports the viewer to the charming streets of Dalen, Netherlands. Executed en plein air (outdoors), the work captures the unique light and atmosphere of a quiet moment in this Dutch village.
• Medium: Oil on Canvas Board
• Dimensions: 30 x 40 cm (approx. 11.8 x 15.7 inches)
• Location: Dalen, Netherlands
• Style: Impressionistic / Plein Air
Description:
The painting features a classic Dutch streetscape rendered in a rich, textured style. The composition is anchored by historic brick buildings, one featuring a characteristic tiered roof, bathed in the soft, natural light of the day. Tall, stately trees frame the scene, their deep green foliage providing a striking contrast to the warm tones of the cobbled road below. The distinctive architectural details and the dark ground floor of the main building give the scene depth and character. The loose, energetic brushstrokes on the foreground's brick road and the hint of the wider street receding in the background convey a wonderful sense of immediacy and the experience of painting directly from life.
This piece is a stunning example of contemporary plein air painting, offering a slice of European serenity and architectural beauty.

Materials used:

Oil paints

Tags:

#cityscape #restaurant #street #painting from #the netherlands #old city #urban art #urban landscape #street lamp #plein air #life painting #plein-air #pleinairpainting #dutch town #dutch village