This painting captures a recognisable stretch of Lake Dunstan as it runs through the Dunstan Gorge, with the surrounding rocky hills and steep slopes framing the water. Nigel Wilson uses a mix of impressionist and abstract techniques to suggest the landscape without fully defining every detail, allowing the scene to feel both real and expressive. The blues of the lake are the focus, ranging from pale, reflective tones near the shoreline to deeper, richer hues in the centre mirroring the way light shifts across the water throughout the day. Subtle reflections of the hills and sky are visible, broken up by loose brushwork that gives a sense of movement on the surface.