About to Drink by the Stream (臨流將飲圖)

This painting, titled "About to Drink by the Stream," depicts a scene of a tiger about to drink water by the stream. The natural environment in the painting is depicted using varying shades of ink to illustrate the mountain rocks and stream. Bold ink strokes outline the rocks, creating a sense of rugged terrain. The rocks and water in the stream are rendered with lighter ink, providing contrast and making the water appear clearer and more fluid. The trees and vegetation are also depicted with light ink, echoing the background rocks and stream to create a cohesive natural environment. On the left side of the painting is a tiger prowling by the stream. The tiger's posture is alert, seemingly watching something as it prepares to drink. The tiger's stripes and details are depicted with bold ink, highlighting its presence in the painting. Overall, this painting uses the contrast of light and dark ink and the depiction of natural elements to successfully convey a tranquil yet vigilant atmosphere. The interplay between the tiger, stream, and mountain rocks creates a lively and serene natural scene, allowing viewers to appreciate the beauty and wonder of nature.