“Painting a path heading for 2026” by Tracy Schruder 0.85 x 40.64 x 50.8 centimeters. Oil on canvas

The painting, titled Path to 2026, is an oil on canvas work that captures a winding, earth‑brown path that slices through a lush, flowering meadow toward a soft blue sky. Vibrant pink and yellow wildflowers speckle the green grass on either side of the trail, leading the eye to slender, golden‑tinted trees in the background. The scene evokes a sense of journey and anticipation, inviting the viewer to follow the intimate path into the hopeful horizon of 2026. Created with expressive brushstrokes and rich oil textures, the artwork reflects a personal connection to nature and the emotional resonance of an upcoming chapter.