Sous-bois

Sous-bois is a contemporary watercolour depicting the dense undergrowth of a forest. Vertical tree trunks structure the composition, while layered foliage and filtered light create a sense of depth and immersion within the vegetal space.

The painting emphasizes atmosphere and sensation rather than detailed description. Variations of green, from deep shadows to luminous highlights, suggest humidity, growth, and the quiet presence of life beneath the forest canopy.

Created by Virginie Martin-Blaise, this work continues an exploration of natural environments as contemplative spaces, where watercolour allows light, transparency, and gesture to shape the viewer’s perception of landscape.

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