by Laura Bernardeschi Nelson

Artwork Description

Where Light Falls and Stays by Laura Bernardeschi Nelson

35.0 x 45.0 cm

Where Light Falls and Stays is an oil pastel work on paper that explores a woodland interior shaped by colour, depth, and filtered light. Vertical tree forms rise through the composition, their trunks softened and partially dissolved into layers of green, ochre, and deep brown. Flecks of yellow and warm red appear scattered across the surface, suggesting falling leaves, pollen, or fragments of light caught in motion. The composition draws the viewer inward along a gently curving path, creating a sense of movement and immersion. Rather than describing a specific forest, the work evokes an emotional landscape — a space where memory, sensation, and nature intersect. Light functions not as a single source but as a presence dispersed throughout the scene, lingering on the ground and between the trees. Oil pastels are used expressively, allowing colour to remain tactile and layered. The surface shows visible marks and blending, reinforcing the organic quality of the environment. The balance between vertical structure and flowing colour creates a rhythm that feels both grounding and atmospheric. This work forms part of an ongoing exploration of landscapes as living, responsive spaces. It reflects an interest in how natural environments hold time, movement, and quiet intensity, inviting contemplation rather than narrative. Details Artist: Laura Bernardeschi Nelson Year: 2026 Medium: Oil pastels on paper Dimensions: 45 × 35 cm (framed) Framing: Framed Signature: Signed Finish: Varnished Certificate of Authenticity: Included Condition: Excellent

Artwork Details

Medium: Painting Pastel

Genre: Expressionism