At the Pond's Edge

16"x16"

Acrylic on Canvas
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We have a large pond on our property, located right beside our house.  It can be seen outside of just about every window in the house, so it plays a major factor in our views.  It is a great way to mark the seasonal changes.   Recently, the ice has finally melted off it, though with the last couple of chilly mornings, a film of the crispy stuff has formed before the first few hours of sunshine can melt it off again. 

We have a huge variety of wildlife that take advantage of this spot.  It is home to hundreds of frogs, painted turtles, rock bass, a couple of enormous goldfish (put in the pond almost twenty years ago by the original owners!), and most recently muskrats, not to mention the birds that stop in for a visit, or a snack (shoo herons). 

I have a lot to learn about painting water, but reflections are always a good place to start.