River Landscape,

This painting by Alfred William Finch, titled "River Landscape," is an expressive depiction of a nature scene dominated by robust brush strokes and vibrant colors. The artwork portrays a verdant river setting where reflections and light play a key role in creating a sense of depth and texture.In the painting, the river flows gently through the composition, flanked by lush trees that show various shades of green, hinting at the fullness of life and the thick foliage typical of a riverbank landscape. The water itself is rendered in blues and greens, skillfully broken by strokes of white and lighter greens that suggest sunlight dancing on the river's surface.Above this serene waterway, the trees on either side arch towards the center of the piece, partly converging at the top. Their trunks and branches, depicted in darker tones, contrast with the lively light filtering through the leaves, creating a dappled effect that seems almost to shimmer.Finch’s use of thick, impasto brushwork adds texture and a tactile quality to the scene, giving it a dynamic and almost moving quality as if the breeze could be felt through the trees and the water’s surface might ripple at any moment. The overall effect is one that captures the essence of a serene, secluded spot in nature, inviting the viewer to pause and take in the tranquil beauty of the riverside.