Illinois Oak Leaves II

Illinois Oak Leaves II
Original Embellished Cyanotype on Watercolor Paper (11” x 14”), matted to 16” x 20”
 
“Illinois Oak” is a serene and textural cyanotype capturing the quiet strength and natural beauty of native oak tree leaves. This 11” x 14” print is bathed in soft, pastel indigo tones, with deeper blue accents and speckles of gray and warm brown peeking through the background—adding depth and quiet movement to the composition.
 
Subtle brushstrokes reveal glimpses of the watercolor paper’s natural white, creating a delicate, transparent effect that evokes dappled light. The oak leaves themselves are richly embellished with raised copper medium, adding both visual and tactile texture to the piece. The metallic sheen catches the light and contrasts beautifully with the cooler tones of the background.
 
Signed, dated, and sealed for preservation, this piece is matted in white to 16” x 20” for easy framing. “Illinois Oak” is a tribute to strength, resilience, and the quiet poetry of the Midwest landscape.