Lost Maples Waters measures 9 by 12 inches and is rendered in watercolor and gouache, combining transparency with subtle opacity to evoke a tranquil natural scene. The composition centers on a calm body of water framed by tall reeds, their textured green stalks forming a clear boundary between water and land. Soft, flowing brushstrokes in blues and greens depict gentle ripples on the water’s surface, highlighted lightly to suggest reflected sunlight. Surrounding the water, a dense array of trees and shrubs in varied greens and warm yellows convey the vitality of the landscape, while a rocky outcrop in muted earth tones provides structural contrast and depth on the left side of the scene. The careful integration of minimal gouache layers introduces a misty, atmospheric quality that enhances the sense of quiet stillness in this waterside environment. This piece captures the layered textures and shifting light of a distinctive Texas Hill Country setting, inviting close observation of its natural rhythms and subtle color harmonies.