It seems that Groundhogs are popular around this time of year and it has everything to do with his shadow and whether or not we see it. But on their own, looking at Groundhogs just as Groundhogs and not as prophets who can foretell the future, they are pretty cute. We had one living out back of our house for awhile and she even had some babies.

At this time of year we are typically enjoying the snow by snowshoeing around our property. Although we experienced a dumping of snow back in November, we have seen very little evidence of the winter season in the past nearly two months. Is this a sign of an early spring? I guess we'll check that on Feb 2, the official Groundhog day when Punxsutawney Phil makes the prediction of whether or not we will have 6 more weeks of winter.

Unfortunately, due to the current COVID-19 pandemic, I will not be particpating in any in-person shows this holiday season.  However, you may purchase artwork directly from my website.

There is nothing so irresistible to me as a row of gorgeous red trees with a rock wall in the foreground. I find a lot of this kind of scenery in rural New Hampshire and although I have so many photos that I have taken over the years, there is always room for one more. And to me, each one is more beautiful than the next and will make an awesome painting.

Here in the Lakes Region of New Hampshire fall comes out in all its glory. And a good thing since it is my favorite season. I just can't seem to take enough photos of the beautiful area when the trees are dressed to the nines.