Learn to paint "Christmas Time Snowman" Part 2

#allisonpriorart #acrylicpainting #howto See Part 1, to paint the sky, snow, tree's, and birch Tree's..here: https://youtu.be/gu2ZrYnwc7M Ah, winter—a season best served with a dash of whimsy and a sprinkle of snow. And speaking of snow, let me introduce you to my latest creation: "Christime Snowman." Now, before you ask, I didn't just whip this up with your average paintbrush. No, no! This masterpiece measures a charming 11 X 14 inches and was brought to life with acrylic paint, along with a few unconventional tools. More on that later! Picture this: a snowman standing proudly in a magical snowy forest. He sports a classic black top hat atop his round little head and wraps himself in a comforting red scarf. He's quite the dapper fellow amidst the gentle cascade of falling snowflakes. Behind him, the sky is ablaze with vibrant orange hues, capturing the perfect moment of either sunrise or sunset—I'll leave that part to your imagination. To his left, a small decorated Christmas tree adds a festive twinkle, its colorful ornaments gleaming cheerfully, with a quaint sled poised for adventure beside it. Enveloping this snowy character are tall, bare trees stretching into the sky, with snow-covered evergreens dotting the background like nature's own Christmas trees. It’s a serene winter wonderland you’d want to step right into. So what inspired this merry little scene? 'Tis the season for joy and art! The approaching Christmas festivities filled me with the urge to capture the magic of winter on canvas for all to enjoy. Now, let's talk about the splash of quirkiness in my artistic process. Creating those delicate specks of snowflakes wasn’t just the handiwork of an ordinary brush. Oh no, my secret weapon was—wait for it—a toothpick!