Original acrylic on canvas · 22 × 22 inches

My first winter in the Finger Lakes, I found the snowy season long and, frankly, a little oppressive. The second year, I decided I was going to learn to love winter—and then I came across this beauty.

I was immediately struck by that wonderful teal against all the snow. When I posted it on social media and called it a barn, someone promptly informed me that it’s actually a garage. I don’t care. It’s still a barn to me.

Its unexpected color cheered me up and gave me something to love about a Finger Lakes winter. I hope it does the same for you.