Winter Nestled in Pine- Original watercolor painting by S. Jensen

In the hush of winter’s breath, two pine cones hang gently from a branch, wrapped in a blanket of fresh snow.
Behind them, a forest fades into soft silence—tree trunks blurred like distant memories.
The pine needles, sharp and green, whisper contrast against the snow’s tender hush.
Nature pauses, serene and still, as if holding its breath beneath the weight of beauty.



🎨 Artist’s Note 

This watercolor painting captures the quiet elegance of winter through the texture of pine cones and the softness of snow.
The composition emphasizes contrast between detailed foreground elements and a muted, atmospheric background.
The goal was to evoke a sense of peaceful stillness, using controlled brushwork and layered washes to reflect the natural textures of pine and snow.

"Reference image found via Pinterest, posted by  Judy Shoup".

- Medium: water color

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