WIND IN THE WILLOWS: A FOUR PART SERIES
WIND IN THE WILLOWS SERIES: A miniature set of four paintings based on the classic children's novel by Kenneth Grahame, illustrations rendered in watercolor, gouache, and oil by Gretchen Ellen Powers. www.gretchenellenpowers.com
Mr. Toad 8"x10" watercolor & gouache on paper
Here is the infamous Mr Toad at the wheel of his greatest weakness, the motor car. In describing his attributes and characteristics it would be best to quote him on himself: “I'm such a clever Toad.”
The Rat and His River 14"x11" watercolor & gouache on paper
Ratty is perhaps my favorite Wind in the Willows character. He’s sweet, sensible, down to earth and content. All he needs is his boat and the river and he considers himself well-off.
“Believe me, my young friend, there is nothing - absolutely nothing - half so much worth doing as simply messing about in boats.” -Ratty of The Wind in the Willows (Kenneth Grahame)
“Believe me, my young friend, there is nothing - absolutely nothing - half so much worth doing as simply messing about in boats.” -Ratty of The Wind in the Willows (Kenneth Grahame)
Badger by Candlelight 11"x14" oil on wood
Mr. Badger walking the halls of his long corridors at night while Ratty and Moley are knocking outside in the cold winter storm. They'll be invited in to warm themselves by the fire of the kind, solitary animal.
Mr. Mole in Springtime 11"x14" oil on wood
Mr. Mole is cleaning in the springtime, taking care of his lovely home, and dreaming of above ground.
