The first light of morning slowly reaches across the lake as a new day begins in Otematata. The mountains stand quietly in silhouette, their reflections stretching across the still water like a mirror.
The air is crisp and fresh, carrying the gentle sounds of birds waking to the day. It’s a peaceful moment, the kind that feels both calm and full of possibility.
This piece captures that quiet transition between night and day, when the landscape feels soft and still, and the world slowly comes to life again. 
Original 650mm wide by 430mm high graphite drawing on Fabriano drawing paper. Signed and dated.