What Used to Be

The teepee has become an iconic symbol of the American West. One of the attributes of the teepee was its mobility which was ideal for the nomadic lifestyle of the Plains Indians. The teepee provided shelter and protection from the elements.

This was a plein air painting I did in mid-morning. I liked how the light fell on the teepee and the warmth I seen. I wanted the design to be vertical to keep my focus on the subject matter. I kept my color palette simple to create unity in the composition.