Printemps en forêt de Retz

About the artwork

Printemps en forêt de Retz is a luminous tribute to the renewal and vitality of springtime in one of France’s historic woodlands. The composition stretches across a panoramic format, immersing the viewer in a vibrant expanse of lush foliage and filtered light. Soft greens, dappled yellows, and hints of cool whites dominate the palette, capturing the delicate awakening of the forest under the tender light of spring.

Slender birch and beech trees rise elegantly through the composition, their trunks casting long verticals that guide the eye gently across the scene. A mist lingers in the background, suggesting early morning freshness, while a narrow path leads inward—inviting a quiet exploration of this peaceful natural sanctuary.

With its ethereal lighting, richly textured brushwork, and sense of quiet movement, Printemps en forêt de Retz conveys a deep serenity. It celebrates nature not as a dramatic spectacle, but as a place of balance, promise, and calm renewal.