I always anticipate oak trees coming in to leaf. I love the contrast of the young acid green shoots set against the dark blue green of the ivy and clear blue sky.

I drew this on an early Spring day in April when the leaves were just beginning to unfurl and appear to float in the air. It stands at a crossroads near Oulston and will always be a source for future studies.

I drew this on an early Spring day in April when the leaves were just beginning to unfurl and appear to float in the air. It stands at a crossroads near Oulston and will always be a source for future studies.

I drew this on an early Spring day in April when the leaves were just beginning to unfurl and appear to float in the air. It stands at a crossroads near Oulston and will always be a source for future studies.