Oh Snow....You're so Awesome!

"Willow Lined Stream" 9 x 12 in.

Snow is an amazing thing.  It falls from the sky, sticks to everything, and makes the most dull subject interesting.  Take for instance this scene.  Most of the year I would never paint this.  It's a tiny stream that runs through some cow pasture.  However, add some snow and the winter willows and boom!  You got a great subject.

I do love the color that is found in the winter.  Snow is so highly reflective and it's a challenge to bring some warmth to an otherwise cool landscape. Great winter paintings make you want to grab a cup of hot chocolate and snuggle up to a warm fire.

If you don't live near snow drive to the nearest spot and find it.  If you do live in it get out and paint in it.  Cold is only a state of mind and the best pictures are just around the corner.