Mid Day Stroll; Rural Quebec by William Brymner is a serene depiction of a quiet moment in the countryside. The painting portrays a peaceful rural scene with a dusty road leading the eye through the composition. On the right, a figure appears to be taking a leisurely walk, embodying the painting's title as they enjoy the midday tranquility.

The architecture is typical of rural Quebec, with simple, functional structures, including a prominent white building with a red door that anchors the scene on the left. Adjacent to it is a traditional wheel, possibly from a cart, propped up against the building, adding to the rustic charm.

Brymner's palette is gentle, with soft blues and greens dominating the landscape, suggesting the lushness of the Canadian summer. The sky is a vast expanse of light blue, with hints of clouds, reflecting the calmness of the day. The artist’s use of light suggests it is indeed midday, with the sun high and shadows minimal.

The fence running alongside the road creates a sense of depth and perspective, while the brushwork is loose, giving the impression of a scene captured quickly, possibly en plein air, to seize the fleeting beauty of the moment. This work is characteristic of Brymner's impressionistic style, where the emphasis is on capturing the light and mood of the scene rather than intricate detail.

William Brymner's painting of Rural Quebec becomes more precious with each passing year. So many elements reflect a bygone time, the clothes, the road, the humble buildings and the wagon wheel. Seeing a mother and daughter strolling together is a reminder of priorities that we tend to overlook.