Artist: KC Wong
Intricate green shades make up the detailed background in Legendary Horse-drawn Carriage in Central Park – Fall. Emphasizing the shifting shades in nature, the silky grass incline that encompasses the painting’s foreground flows from shaded, deep green to brightened mixes that soothe the senses. Between the blades is a dusting of fall leaves. The scattered foliage results in yellow-orange depth melting into the grass’s natural color. Sunlight shining down has a similar effect, reflecting lime-like qualities onto the slope. Above the grass is a lone carriage accented with scarlet and a snow-white horse prepares to transport its passengers through bending trees. Pale orange leaves hang over a path, creating a magical archway.
Legendary Horse-drawn Carriage in Central Park – Fall lives up to its name. The title’s use of “legendary” suggests a relation to an old story passed down between generations. This piece’s focus on nature, the saturation instilled in it, and the subject of a classic carriage ride all come together to give the impression that this scene connects to a distant past. Yet, it does not relinquish relevancy. The serene atmosphere and drama of traveling through nature can resonate powerfully today, just as much when the experience was the norm. There’s an absolute beauty to such a situation, especially when shared with another.
