Picture This: Fall Foliage

November 20th, 2025

As the air turns crisp and the mountainsides glow in shades of amber, gold, and rust, we’re welcoming autumn with the next installment of our “Picture This” series. In this blog series, we bring Gallery MAR artwork to life by Photoshopping select pieces into beautifully designed interiors – helping collectors imagine how each work might warm and transform their own spaces. This season, we’re inspired by the natural splendor of fall foliage: that fleeting yet unforgettable moment when the landscape itself feels like a painting.

From the golden hues of aspen groves to the soft mist over mountain valleys, our featured artworks capture the many moods of autumn. Each piece invites the coziness and color of the season indoors, whether through bold, expressive brushstrokes or subtle, atmospheric tones. Join us as we pair these fall-inspired works with elegant, inviting interiors – proof that the beauty of the changing season can live on your walls long after the last leaf falls.

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James Wolanin, “Last of the Summer Wine,” acrylic, 48″ x 48″

James Wolanin’s “Last of the Summer Wine” brings a touch of vintage charm and golden warmth to the space. The woman in her headscarf, set beneath glowing aspen trees, evokes a nostalgic reverence for autumn’s fleeting beauty. With its palette of amber, gold, and soft brown, the painting infuses the room with the luminous, reflective spirit of fall.

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Left to Right: Sandra Pratt, “Autumn Day,” oil, 9″ x 12″ | Sandra Pratt, “Red Barn,” oil, 6″ x 8″

Sandra Pratt’s “Autumn Day” and “Red Barn” glow beneath the soft gallery lighting, their painterly textures and rich autumn palette of gold, auburn, and yellow-green echoing the warmth of the season. The small oil paintings bring depth and vibrancy to the shelf, complemented by the natural tones of wooden accents. As Gallery MAR owner Maren Mullin often suggests, pairing artwork with meaningful objects and thoughtful layering creates an art shelf that feels both curated and deeply personal.

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Shawna Moore, “Golden Sunset,” mixed media, 60″ x 48″

Shawna Moore’s “Golden Sunset” radiates warmth in the bright, natural light of the space, its luminous gold and yellow ochre tones reminiscent of late-afternoon autumn skies. The encaustic surface shimmers with a rippling texture, evoking the movement of wind through sunlit leaves. Positioned above the rich wood table and beside the staircase, the piece becomes a glowing focal point – a quiet celebration of fall’s golden hour.

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Warren Neary, “A Hint of Fall,” oil, 40″ x 60″

Warren Neary’s “A Hint of Fall” brings a serene touch of autumn to the warm, neutral bathroom, its golden light echoing the soft glow of sunset. The peaceful, idyllic scene of a tranquil valley with a farmhouse and river winding through fields invites a sense of calm reflection. Above the modern bathtub, the painting transforms the space into a serene retreat, where the beauty of an autumn evening feels close enough to breathe in.

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America Martin, “Campfire,” mixed media, 59.25″ x 59.25″

America Martin’s “Campfire” brings a cozy glow to the warm, neutral foyer, its rich purples, yellows, and earthy browns flickering like firelight against the natural textures of wood and wicker. Above the Scandinavian-style bench, the abstract figures gathered around the campfire evoke the timeless warmth of autumn evenings spent outdoors. The piece infuses the space with both energy and intimacy as if a modern homage to the glow and togetherness of the season.

Written and Photoshopped by Veronica Vale