Embracing the Magic of Winter: My 12-Day Winter Draw Challenge

Welcome December!
Hello, as the frosty chill of Winter settles in, I find myself inspired by the magic of this season, the quiet beauty of snow-dusted landscapes, the warm glow of holiday lights, and the endless possibilities for creativity. To celebrate, I’m excited to introduce the 12-Day Winter Draw Challenge hosted on Instagram by my amazing artists friends in UK : @nomkinnearking and @adamoehlers and @natachachohraart,  a personal journey of artistic exploration and seasonal joy. It is from years now that I make sure to participate to these wonderful twelve days of Winter-Christmas themed art!

We are deep into the challenge already, which began on December  1st I haven’t had time to post here.  I’ve  already created my first 5 entries and for the next 7 days, I’ll be creating a new drawing each day, inspired by a unique Winter- Christmas themed prompt. This challenge is not just about creating art it’s about capturing the essence of the season, staying inspired, and sharing that joy with you all.

Today, I’m happy to share the first five day drawings of this creative adventure. Each piece is a vision infused with my love for winter and its many facets, from the serene quiet of beautiful evenings to the lively energy of festive gatherings.

• Day 1: Prompt King
  I loved to create this first drawing. The Winter Queen with the magnificent King Lion. Reminds me of Aslan in Narnia I realized this when I finished the drawing. 

• Day 2:  Prompt Fox 
  This is a beautiful Magical Fox and Spirit Animal.

• Day 3: Prompt Yule
  I had this drawing made years ago in a small sketch! I thought would fit the prompt as I have reworked it and made it bigger she is my Forest Goddess to represent Yule.
  
  
  
• Day 4: Prompt Chocolate.
  This drawing is close to my heart. A sip of hot chocolate brings beautiful memories, holidays traditions growing up in Italy, thinking my family and home.   
  
• Day 5: Prompt Silent Night.
  each year I like to create a lady figure “Christmas Tree” this year she is singing Silent Night all lightened up with candles in the middle of the forest! Some words from the lyric are a special touch to this drawing.
  

I hope these drawings bring a bit of seasonal warmth and inspiration into your day!
Whether you’re an artist, a winter enthusiast, one of my collectors, or someone seeking creative inspiration, I invite you to follow along, share your thoughts, and perhaps even join in on the challenge.

Let’s celebrate the beauty of winter together, one drawing and one day at a time. Stay tuned for more updates as I continue this journey, and let me know which piece resonates with you the most! Tomorrow prompt is Letter. Follow me on Instagram @carolinarussoart

Preorder Prints: The first five drawings are already available as Limited Edition Prints hand enhanced! I will keep adding more daily as I create them! To Preorder visit my Etsy Shop

With creative energy and warm wishes, until next post stay safe and warm!

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