The reference photo was taken near a lake called Nemegesenda in Canada. A group of guys fly-in to a fishing camp every year and one of the wives love birch trees. They have been wanting a painting for their up north cottage.

I mentioned to her that this looks great on our mantel. Her comment was, "You can get a print"! I thought that was a great comeback and made me laugh. 

I used modeling paste to add texture to the birch trees and leaves.