Landscape paintings and photographs reveal the viewing perspective of the artist. They also represent how the artist interprets his or her own experiences when present with the surrounding nature. Landscape prints can capture several elemental categories including the earth forms of mountains, valleys, hills, plains, prairies, deserts, forests, streams, lakes, seas, clouds, gardens, trees, and so on. Landscapes also capture man-built architecture and wildlife. Human beings may also be present in landscape art.

Some landscapes depict the weather forces of nature by showing us dark clouds, rain, snow and strong winds. Lighting is also crucial in revealing a moment in time. The way the sunlight hits and reflects the objects and casts shadows beneath them can tell us what time of day it is. The colors of the leaves on the trees, the presence of snow or the low water levels of a stream reveal to us the current season of the scenes.

Landscapes have been popularly painted since the 15th century. They have been created throughout most artistic movements and done so in almost every painting style. Some landscapes can seem as realistic as a still photograph while others are abstract or impressionistic in nature. Artists who paint what they see still change a landscape when their emotions and energy mingle with their perspectives.

Displaying Landscape Art
Framed landscape prints can actually add an imaginary window to a room. You can open up a bland wall and create a portal into the magnificent world of nature and all of its wonders. Landscapes that are full of light and energy will also bring those same attributes to the rooms your are decorating.