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Bethany Stahl

McBee Rainbow Bridge Original Plein Air Oil Painting

McBee Rainbow Bridge Original Plein Air Oil Painting

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McBee Rainbow Bridge is an impressionist oil painting that celebrates the beauty of spontaneous creation at one of the largest rainbow bridges in the United States that crosses the Tennessee River.

Painted in a single, intuitive session, outdoors at McBee Ferry Landing Park in Strawberry Plains, Tennessee, this original artwork captures the peaceful and historic energy of the enchanting view of the stunning Tennessee River and historical Rainbow Bridge beyond, where soft blues and greens rest easily in August.

In this alla prima painting, we see the historic rainbow bridge, craggy rocks, and the Tennessee River rustling past as mountains whisper through the morning mist in the distance.

Perfect for nature lovers, art collectors, and those who appreciate the fusion of the love of our earth and emotional expression, this piece invites viewers to pause, breathe, and feel the serenity of the river.

Comes unframed unless otherwise requested.

Painted with oil on Canvas Board on August 24th, 2025. Varnished with a glossy finish.

Framing: Can be propped in an easel or requires a frame to hang. Will fit in a clip picture frame, remove the glass, replace the backboard in an 8 x 10" size, and hang! Clip frame has a sawtooth hanger, and the wooden frame is wired to hang.

Size: 8" x 10"

Comes with a certificate of authenticity signed by Bethany Stahl

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Painting En Plein Air

En plein air, French for “in the open air,” is the practice of painting outdoors, directly immersed in the landscape. Each brushstroke responds to shifting light, fleeting color, and the living atmosphere, capturing a moment that can never be repeated. Popularized by the Impressionists, this method infuses every work with the immediacy and authenticity of being created in nature itself.

Capturing a Moment in Time

My plein air paintings are extremely unique as they change per the mood of the day, the energy of the air, and the spirit of the world around me.

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