Harper's Ferry, WV (Appalachian Trail Series)
by John Amoss
- Medium:
- Mokuhanga on washi
- Dimensions:
- 20.3 × 25.4 cm
- Image courtesy of
- Tanuki Prints
Description
Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, sits at the confluence of the Potomac and Shenandoah rivers, a historically significant site the Appalachian Trail passes through at relatively low elevation. Unlike the summit compositions that dominate this series, a Harpers Ferry print would more likely emphasize river water, the town's 19th-century stone structures, and the surrounding hillsides. Printed in mokuhanga on washi, the river surfaces could be rendered through carefully registered gradations, while the tree-covered bluffs above the town offer opportunities for layered green and grey tones. The combination of architectural and natural elements within a single composition marks this print as distinct within the series.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Harper's Ferry, WV (Appalachian Trail Series) was created by John Amoss.
Harper's Ferry, WV (Appalachian Trail Series) depicts landscapes.
Harper's Ferry, WV (Appalachian Trail Series) measures 20.3 × 25.4 cm.