Sometimes the most beautiful views are the ones we discover unexpectedly.

Walking through Basel on a hot summer's day, I caught a glimpse of the Münster's distinctive spires rising above the trees.

Through the Trees (Basel) is a small original acrylic painting on cardboard, painted directly from life in the heart of this beautiful Swiss city.

A secret glimpse of Basel

I love discovering unexpected views of familiar places.

Rather than painting Basel's famous cathedral from one of the usual viewpoints, I was drawn to the way its spires appeared through the trees.

The surrounding foliage creates a natural frame, inviting us to look beyond it and discover the architecture almost by chance.

I particularly enjoyed the contrast between the organic shapes of the trees and the distinctive forms of the cathedral.

There is something wonderfully intimate about a view that feels almost hidden.

Painting in the summer sunshine

I painted this little cityscape en plein air, working directly from observation on a hot summer's day.

Painting outdoors encourages me to slow down and really look. The changing light, the colours of the trees and the shapes of the buildings become a fascinating world of their own.

I am interested in capturing more than simply what a place looks like. I want to communicate something of its atmosphere, its character and the pleasure of discovering beauty in everyday surroundings.

Even in the middle of a city, nature and architecture can come together to create something quite magical.

A little piece of Basel for your home

Measuring just 12.5 × 8.5 cm, Through the Trees (Basel) is a wonderfully intimate original painting.

Its fresh colours and sunny atmosphere would brighten a small corner of your home, perhaps on a gallery wall or beside other favourite artworks.

It would also make a lovely gift for someone who loves Basel, has lived here or has fond memories of visiting Switzerland.

A little painting celebrating summer sunshine, the beauty of Basel and the pleasure of discovering something unexpected.

Artwork details

• Title: Through the Trees (Basel)

• Original artwork: One of a kind

• Medium: Acrylic on cardboard

• Dimensions: 12.5 × 8.5 cm (width × height)

• Location: Basel, Switzerland

• Technique: Painted en plein air, directly from observation

• Presentation: Unframed, ready for framing

• Subject: Basel Münster cathedral spires glimpsed through trees

• Artist: Sibylle Laubscher

This is an original, one-of-a-kind painting. There is only one in the world, and once it has found its new home, it will no longer be available.

Packaging and shipping

Your original painting will be carefully wrapped and protected for transport, ready for you to choose a frame that suits your home.