winterscapes
One of my favourite things in the world is a winter afternoon sunset.
So many people complain about winter and travel far and wide to feel the glow of a sunset, but all I need is a sunny afternoon and a drive in the country, when the shadows are long, and sky is rosy and I’m lulled into submission.
I envy those who live in rural farming areas and get to feel that sense of quiet, open, sparkling, white space on a regular basis.
I guess that’s why I love paintings of ‘winterscapes’, even ones that are done with an amateur’s hand. I have a few in my home and at the cottage and I love them all…
I often take another little painting down somewhere in the house and put one of these up for the winter.
This one stays up all the time at the cottage. It was painted by an older man we knew and makes me happy whenever I look at it.
When I go to flea markets, I keep an eye out for others. It’s that old thrill of the hunt….
I hope you get a drive out to farm country on a sunny afternoon this winter. And if it doesn’t come naturally, just steal away with a friend. It won’t be a waste of time. Things like that are food for the soul and we all need something to warm our hearts in January.
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