Philadelphia's only remaining covered bridge, crossing the Wissahickon creek by Forbidden Drive in Fairmount Park just below Chestnut Hill. The road is closed to vehicular traffic and provides miles of trails for walking, running, biking and horseback riding. Built in 1855, Thomas Mill Bridge is the only covered bridge in a major U.S. city. I chose a summer portrayal of the bridge because of the green summer canopy and cooling shadows that make for delightful recreation on even the warmest summer days. This painting was begun in 2012, and is still awaiting it's finishing touches.
oil on prepared wood panel 36 3/4" x 17 1/4"
