At this time of year the earth colors( ie. sienna's and ochers) are particularly noticeable out in nature. One could argue they are more present when we have an absence of snow as most of this winter has been.
The russet of leaf litter in the foreground makes one think we are viewing a beech tree with it's muscular, gray bark. Also, it marks the end of foliage season as the leaves usually stay around into the winter months.
From a painting perspective it adds weight and substance to the tree trunks which have a lot of characteristics we take for granted. The wispy branching and strong shadows root the tree into the earth yet define the uneven surface of ground it emerged out of.
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