The Rollercoaster
Jesse Aldana

A calm evening glow settles on Santa Monica's curving shore and pier in the distance. A man strolls among the palms while another figure looks out on the scene from the balcony at far right. Jesse says he worked to build a relationship between the two people for viewers to expand upon the narrative. Fine brushwork in the gradient sky and small details of the scene, bringing to mind Robert Bechtle's portrayals of everyday life in California.

Fortress Rock
Olena Nabilsky

The warm rays of the summer sun illuminate a rock formation in the Grand Canyon. Through light and shadow, the landscape reveals its beautiful contours, sculpted over millions of years by the power of nature. The evening clouds enhance the grandiosity of the scene.

Rolling Fields and Skies
Srinivas Kathoju

Capturing the vast beauty of nature, this painting showcases endless fields gently rising and falling beneath an expansive sky. Lush, undulating meadows, golden wheat fields, and vibrant wildflower-covered hills create a rich, textured landscape. Above, breathtaking hues and billowing clouds add movement while a gentle breeze ripples across the land, bringing the scene to life.

Alpenglow
Crystal DiPietro

Warm hues of morning alpenglow bathe the mountain scene. The sun's first light kisses the rugged peak, illuminating it in a radiant orange, pink, and gold. The shadows below transition from purples and blues to soft lavenders as they stretch across the ridges. The greens in the forests create a mesmerizing contrast between warmth and coolness.