Pacific Blue

Pacific Northwest Bigleaf Maples | Oak, Aspen & Cottonwood | Midnight Cobalt

Two magnificent bigleaf maple leaves, native to the Pacific Northwest, take center stage in this composition. Their impressive size and intricate veins create a beautiful contrast with the smaller leaves surrounding them. Different species of oak, aspen, and cottonwood are scattered throughout, showcasing the incredible diversity of northern trees and how even leaves from the same genus can vary so much in shape and size.

Rich shades of midnight blue, deep navy, and vibrant cobalt create a dramatic nighttime atmosphere. The larger maple impressions reveal delicate variations in blue, allowing their natural veins and details to emerge, while the smaller leaves appear almost like silhouettes floating against a dark evening sky.

I wanted to capture the peaceful feeling of looking up through a forest canopy at night, when the shapes of the leaves become even more beautiful against the darkness. The contrast between the oversized maples and the delicate surrounding foliage brings a sense of wonder to the composition, celebrating the extraordinary variety of nature.