Hushed Morning is a small watercolor, just 2 by 3 inches, that captures the quiet stillness of the high country where I live. The composition opens with a field of earthy browns and soft greens, leading to a band of darker trees that mark the transition to distant mountains. The mountains are painted in soft grays and blues, offering a subtle depth, while the sky carries pale blues and gentle cloud shapes. I used loose, impressionistic strokes to focus on the atmosphere and the way light shifts across this familiar landscape early in the day. The gold frame and white mat provide a simple, grounded setting that complements the painting’s calm presence. This piece reflects the quiet moments found in nature’s patterns and the clear morning light that shapes the land around me.