Well, it's official. Punxsutawney Phil was not able to see his shadow & the States will have an early spring. Hard to appreciate under piles of snow, but still, great news. Read about that here.
Wiarton Willie, as seen to the left, in warmer weather, is our furry version of a tradition that has German Roots. Did you know that Wiarton has a festival celebrating what our albino groundhog views? Read all about it here
The Wiarton Willie painting I did a while back was inspired by the crazy (wonderful!) statue of Wiarton Willie we saw while on vacation in the Georgian Bay area of Ontario. A giant white obelisk against the blue sky - lots of shadow here. This painting could just have well been called red, white, and blue.
As I sit by the radio, and listen to the never-ending school closings and events cancellations list - I am quite content If Willie doesn't see his shadow today. G-o-o-o-o, Spring!
Happy Groundhog Day, Everyone!
P.S. Apparently looking at the color blue brings on feelings of relaxation and restfulness, as well as takes aways fear. I believe it. When I paint big blue skies it always makes me feel good, as if I have been away somewhere.