Frederick Golden Short: A Painter of the New Forest’s Soul Frederick Golden Short (1863-1936) wasn't merely a painter; he was an observer, a chronicler of a vanishing world. Born in Lyndhurst, Hampshire, nestled within the heart of the New Forest National Park, his life and art were inextricably linked to this ancient landscape – a place that profoundly shaped his vision and became the enduring subject of his canvases. Short’s work transcends simple depiction; it's an attempt to capture the very essence of the forest, its light, its atmosphere, and the subtle shifts in color that define its…