Autumn Lombardy Poplars | 10" x 12" | Plein Air Oil Painting

Standing beneath the dramatic foothills of Queenstown's mountains, I found myself captivated by these majestic Lombardy poplars as they marked the gentle transition from summer's end to autumn's golden embrace. This 10" x 12" plein air oil painting captures a fleeting moment I witnessed and painted entirely outdoors in the pure light of a beautiful autumn day.

My Story Behind the Painting

Returning to one of my most cherished painting locations, I was immediately struck by the dramatic silhouettes of these iconic Lombardy poplars reaching skyward against the foothills of the mountains. The first whispers of autumn had begun their magic - I watched as leaves caught the warm sunlight, transforming from deep green to luminous gold before my eyes. Working quickly with my oil paints, I sought to capture not just what I saw, but the very character and spirit I felt from these sentinel trees in their magnificent landscape setting.

I painted the curved pathway as it beckoned me deeper into this serene scene, where light danced through the canopy and shadows created depth across the undulating hills. Each brushstroke I applied carried intention, building layers of color and texture that speak to the immediacy and authenticity of my plein air approach, where I become one with my subject and environment.

For the Discerning Collector

This original oil painting represents my commitment to the pure tradition of plein air landscape painting, where I combine spontaneity with technical mastery developed over years of outdoor painting. The work's intimate scale makes it perfect for personal spaces, while my professional execution ensures lasting value.

Painted in Queenstown, New Zealand - one of the world's most spectacular natural settings - this piece carries both artistic merit and the romance of place.

The golden autumn palette and tranquil composition I achieved make this painting an ideal centerpiece for collectors seeking artwork that brings nature's serenity indoors, creating an instant connection to the timeless beauty of the natural world.

Autumn Lombardy Poplars | 10" x 12" | Original Plein Air Oil Painting by Samuel Earp | Ready to Frame