“Hilly Hope” 2012
16″ x 20″ Acrylic on Canvas
Have you ever needed so badly to just get away and slow things down to a calmer pace? When you escape for the holidays, it seems you make more effort to savour the special moments or gather in your surroundings. It looks like this family has found a particularly special moment where they appear to be the only ones around enjoying the villages beautiful night scene. The dog’s keeping an eye on that giant snowman, who he swears he saw move. Little brother and sister latch onto each other for support as they struggle so sweetly for their balance. Mom and dad, not much better in the skating department, also hold hands in an expression of their love. A rare dance of the northern lights brings more attention to the big dipper, which constantly competes with that showboat moon. This family looks like they are taking advantage of a beautiful night. They’re not concerned with the cold because they know the fireplace is currently toasting their room, and moms going to make some hot chocolate later when they bundle in tight.