Zion

My ancestors settled in Toquerville, Utah, just miles from what is now Zion National Park. I’ve always felt a special closeness to that place since it’s a part of my heritage.

This painting has atmospheric perspective — the greens are warmer up close, but fade and go more blue as they recede to the back of the picture. The silhouetted cliffs and trees with the lighter background give drama to the scene.