My Ode to Winter

My Ode to Winter

Winter's harsh chill has filled the air

The trees their limbs uncovered

A cloak of snow the land does wear

Yet charm can be discovered

The card'nal's bright red flashes by

Squirrels chatter in the distance

The sun shines brightly in the sky

As jays call with persistence.

  

Sparkling snow, like tiny jewels

Glimmer and shine in the sun

Ponds become like solid glass pools

Soon skating will be such fun

Children build snowmen, big and fat

Cheery smiles carved with much care 

On tippy toes placing the hat

 A carrot adds so much flair

I can admire this season bright

From the comfort of my chair

My windows do not block the sight

But they keep out the cold air!

~ Catharine Fairchild ~ 

(November 26, 2014)

While I was waiting at the school earlier this week, I grabbed the only 

available paper I had, which happened to be an old business card, 

and worked out an idea for an illustration that had come to mind...

When I came home I snatched up my new favourite watercolour block (Aquarelle by Arches),

I then sketched, inked and painted my idea - and I really like how it turned out!!

What do you think?

   "Ode to Winter"

 (watercolour, approx. 9.5" x 3.5")

 Did you see the word being spelled out?

:)

I hope you find reasons to rejoice even in this our harshest of seasons!

♥ Cath-