Good morning everyone. I’m back after three days of technical difficulties – don’t ask! And I reckon there’s just enough time to show you my gouache painting of Father Christmas, before it all comes to an abrupt end. Well, this is the way Santa was portrayed traditionally, before he was changed into red. And I’ve tried to show him as a quiet, kindly old man, on his way through the woods. Obviously delivering a sack full of gifts to some hopeful children. Happy Holidays to you all. See this post here for last year’s festive images.
Wonderful painting of St. Nick.
By the way, I never knew Santa ever wore any color other than red … you learn something new every day.
Thank you, KT. I agree, I learn so much browsing on the net and that’s got to be good!
So glad you’re back up and running (digitally, lol!) – love your descriptive text, Margaret! And, the dance of color variations on his clothes, wonderful! Happy holidays, Merry Christmas, and a wonderful New Year for us all! ❤️
Thank you so much, Felipe. Gouache is fun to do and especially good for layering. All the best to you and your family!
To yours also, Margaret! 😊
I like Santa in a green suit. Happy new year!
Happy New Year, Claudia!
I didnt realise the antecedents of Santa Claus. If he was green as you say, Margaret, it might come from the green man – a symbol of pagan rebirth. That would be fairly apt as we are past the winter solstice and rushing into summer. Another christian adaptation of a local tradition. Anyway, Happy New Year.
Yes, Graham, I wondered about the green man connection. Happy New Year!
Happy New Year Margaret! Really nice painting!
Thank you, Inese. Happy New Year
Wishing you a happy and creative 2022!
Thank you and all the best to you, Susan!