Original oil painting signed by Svetlana Peña
 
This oil painting depicts a sunlit river winding through a forested landscape, rendered with lively, confident brushwork. The viewer’s eye is drawn along the gentle curve of the water as it flows from the foreground into the distance, creating a strong sense of depth and natural movement.
The river itself is the heart of the composition. Its surface is painted in layered greens, blues, and golds, suggesting clear, shallow water catching light as it moves over stones beneath. Small, bright highlights skim across the surface, conveying the sparkle and motion of the current. Along the right bank, angular rocks are built up with bold strokes of violet, gray, and warm earth tones, their sharp edges contrasting with the fluidity of the water.
On the left bank and in the background, trees rise in varied greens, punctuated by hints of autumnal color—rusts, yellows, and muted oranges—suggesting a seasonal transition. The forest recedes softly into cooler blues and purples, giving the scene atmospheric depth and a sense of quiet distance.
Overall, the painting feels fresh and immersive, balancing structure and looseness. It captures a peaceful moment in nature where light, water, and landscape interact, evoking calm, clarity, and the gentle energy of a flowing river.