Vibrant green leaves and budding pink flowers are depicted against a muted green background with hints of red. The brushstrokes are visible and lend a textured quality to the natural scene. In my sketch, I used oil painting techniques to convey the gentle awakening of nature when the buds of the apple tree bloom. Inspired by impressionism, I used the play of light and color and the beauty of textures to convey a sense of renewal and growth. This life study is a celebration of the constant cycles of life and is designed to fill your space with the fresh energy of spring rejuvenation.