Shade Shelter by Lake

Norma Howard’s Shade Shelter by Lake, a 2005 watercolor on paper, exemplifies the stippled technique that defined much of her illustrious career. The scene depicts two figures—one in a vibrant red garment, the other in blue—huddled near a campfire beside a simple shelter on the grassy bank of a tranquil lake. Trees draped in hanging moss and a bright sky fill the background, their reflections shimmering on the water’s surface, creating a harmonious balance in the composition. Shade Shelter by Lake is a beautiful work that showcases Howard’s artistic mastery and honors her enduring legacy.