Charles E. Burchfield (1893-1967), Autumn Wind, 1949; watercolor on paper, 19 x 44 inches; Springfield Art Museum, Springfield, Missouri
Charles E. Burchfield, Journals, October 10, 1914
Monday, Oct 10, 2016
Sunrise awoke me. Brilliant streaks of orange. Breeze.
At 9:00, awoke with white blinding sunshine full in my face.
A windy partially cloudy day. 11:00 - To Wade Park to sketch. Strong wind. Leaves in the air.
After dinner to Wade Park Pond. Storm comes up.
Return. Thunder rumblings. Mighty wind. Air full of dust & leaves & birds. A swift white streaked storm. Puff - gone. Dreamy sky follows; a cool air stirring breeze.
Swift white shattering showers at dusk. When out of work air cleared. Lights sparkle - surrounded by brilliant rainbows.
Charles E. Burchfield, Oct. l0, 1914