High Country Snows Feb 29, 2016
The snow has been a little hard to come by this winter.
I’ve had to roam far, wide, and high to find it.
I borrowed the title for this painting from a favorite singer-songwriter.
“When the lakes all lie frozen and the wild wind blows
I’ll return to my darlin and the high country snows”
Dan Fogelberg
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And one more thing…
Here’s a brand new (larger) painting just off the easel yesterday. While I hope to paint a few more snow scenes before it’s all over, it’s hard to argue with Mother Nature.
“Early Spring Farm” 17X24 Oil on Panel
Original: Available Print: Available
WOW!
Thanks Steve!
Peter-
You’ve mastered capturing the stillness of the feeling of standing in the field with the snow, it’s beauty and the yearning to discover what’s beyond with a walk through that field. That scene reminds me so much of one’s I knew as a young girl; set to explore on foot and feel the crunch of the snow beneath my feet and the soft hue of sun on the field and my face. So special, Peter.
You are a poet Lauren, thanks so much!
Beautiful farm. (Early Spring Farm) I can put myself in the picture. And who knows – you may get a chance for more snow scenes this year. It’s only March.
We usually get clobbered with one big storm in March, along with what the old timers call “sugar snow”, wet stuff that melts quickly. we will see. Thankyou Karen!
Nice. Nothing more to say.
Thanks David!
Love the color harmony and peace of High Country Snows. Also enjoy very much the composition of Early Spring Farm. The variety of shapes and colors in the sky serve in an abstract way to emphasize (reflect) the somewhat “messy” nature of Vermont spring time farms and fields. You know, muddy spots, old hay, new growth, fences in need of upkeep here and there. It’s all part of the charm of Vermont country, …and of your painting!
You know I started writing about music and how closely it relates to painting, (ie harmony, variety, repetition) but realized it was going to be longer than I could finish for this week. Another future post. When you do visit we better plan on a couple of hours. Thanks very much Brian!
I’m sure that Dan Fogelberg would relate to your art, if he was still alive. Both of you capture common themes and bring them to our attention. One of my favorite songs is “Leader of the Band” by Dan Fogelberg. Both you and Dan are two of my favorite artists.
High praise Randy, high praise indeed. Thank you!
Love these scenes from Vermont!
Thanks Charlene!
Shifting seasons…both creations have a story along with the scenes as you have shared w/ us. Thank you …so glad you have a tremendous following. Cindy
The transitions between each season are beautiful, sometimes slow, often quick. Yes, I am indeed blessed to have so many friends who share a love for Vermont and art. Thank you Cynthia!
Actually miss my Vermont when in Florida. Your paintings reach my yankee soul.
You can take the girl out of Vermont…but not Vermont out of the girl. Thanks Julia!
The first of the month can’t come soon enough for me anymore! Vermont is still in this old girl and you just warm my heart with your stunning artwork. I thank you so much for sharing your talent!
Thanks so much Maxine!