McDaniel Farm Park captures the timeless charm of a historic 1859 farmstead preserved as a 125-acre public park in Duluth, Gwinnett County, Georgia. Painted en plein air and refined in the studio, this impressionistic acrylic work centers on a majestic cluster of towering oak trees standing sentinel beside a classic farm fence. Viewed from close range, the trees dominate the composition, their lush canopy filtering late-morning light to create a cool, inviting shade below. Beyond the fence, a sunlit pasture glows in vibrant greens, presenting a delightful challenge that Don Yaun met with dynamic brushwork and subtle variations in tone to keep the verdant scene alive and engaging.
The result is a serene yet powerful celebration of Georgia’s rural heritage—one of the artist’s personal favorites from his plein air explorations.
McDaniel Farm Park, managed by Gwinnett County, preserves original farm buildings, trails, and open fields, offering visitors a glimpse into 19th-century agricultural life just minutes from modern suburban Atlanta.