A Canopy of Embers

Scarlet, copper, and gold gather along spreading violet branches, giving this tree the appearance of glowing from within. Dense, layered marks carry the eye upward through its canopy, while turquoise limbs and deep green foliage keep the brilliant warmth in balance. One of four paintings inspired by a memorable tree north of Chicago, this version celebrates its vigorous shape and commanding presence. The artist could no longer find it on a later visit, but its familiar reach remains alive here in color.