A Sense of Place

Edward Hopper creates a mood by the colors that he uses and also the shadows in the painting. you can also see part of what the figure is looking at, so you get a ' sense of place '. The colors in the painting are light so that creates a mood as well. The mood in this painting is 'soft' and almost 'thoughtful'. it is a calm scene. the purples, whites, and light orangey tones add to this mood.


Andrew Wyeth
The mood in this painting is dark and mysterious. The dark browns, blacks and greys add to this mood. You can see a field in the distance, which creates a 'sense of place'. The curtains being blown open create a sense of mystery and a breeze, making the painting come alive. Also the fact that the curtains are see - through adds an effect that is torn and almost creepy -- the effect is dreary.