Thats where winter painting ideas come in my secret sauce for shaking off the winter blues.
Whether Im riding solo or bringing in the crew, these painting sessions are more than just a pastime.
Its like turning a canvas into a vibe board for my emotions, you know?
Before we begin, if youre looking specifically for holiday painting ideas, check out these65 Christmas Painting Ideaspost.
Get inspired with winter scenes, winter landscapes, holiday season art and more.
How To Paint a Cute Snowman For Beginners
I’m snowman obsessed!
What’s not to love?
They’re cute as a button, positively joyful and nobody wears a top hat better than Frosty does!
This step by step tutorial (with YouTube video instructions) will guide you through every snowy step.
The tale is that anytime you see a red cardinal it’s an angel visiting you from up above.
This winter art project can be done in steps over multiple days or in one session.
Grab your cup of cocoa and enjoy painting this one.
This nifty process art uses Epsom salts to build a sparkly and fun texture that the youngsters will enjoy.
All you need is tempera paints, glue, epsom salts and a thick art paper.
This winter scene of the arora borealis is easy enough for older kids, teens and beginner adults.
you could also use watercolor paints of acrylic paints as your medium.
Tracie will teach you the 3 easiest ways to paint snow-covered trees, which are aimed at beginners.
Beautiful Winter Watercolor Landscape
Capture the beauty and magic of a winter wonderland with this watercolor tutorial.
Some simple white paper, acrylic paints, cardstock are some basic supplies you’ll need.
you might also paint this scene on small canvases, wood rounds, and other smaller surfaces.
The kids will have fun collecting snow n the great outdoors.
They’ll then relish in adding food coloring to make they’re own palette of paint colors!
All that’s needed next are some brushes and paper to create anything their imagination dreams up!
These simple and easy winter themed coasters are a fabulous idea and a perfect winter acvitity.
How to Paint a Snowman For Kids
This snowman painting tutorial is perfect for young children.
So let the kiddoes pick their favorite hot wheels and watch them enjoy driving through the snow!
Draw different trees with tree branches then use watercolor to add a splashes of different colors.
Hand them a sponge and some paints and watch your spirited little transform into a focused little Picasso.
This tutorial will show you how they can paint this awesome winter craft.
When I saw this painting it reminded me of that bucket list item.
The beautiful mother/cub bond is perfectly captured in the magic of this painting.
You’ll also enjoy painting the vibrant colors of the Aurora Borealis that illuminates the scene.
Capture that cozy cup of chocolatey goodness in this step by step tutorial by Tracey.
This tutorial perfectly captures that child-parent afternoon making snow angels together.
Maybe these 2 followed their snow angel session with that yummy hot cocoa in the project above ?
Snow Scenes: Sunsets and Twinkling Snowflakes
Sunsets are one of my favorite things to experience.
And sunsets in the winter are glorious and bolder compared to any other season.
The reason being is that there’s less humidity and the air is cleaner.
As a result the colors are brighter and less hazy.
This painting tutorial captures a lovely cotton candy pink sunset and glowing snowflakes.
Paint a Winter Landscape Abstract Painting
Are you in the mood to paint an abstract painting?
This YouTube tutorial will show you how to create an icy forest meets frozen lake piece.
The black background creates a beautiful contrast to the paint colors you apply over top.
Especially white paint-like in this creative and winter-wonderful snow globe painting tutorial!
The warm glowing golden hue emanating from the homes windows contrast beautifully with the dark background.
How To Paint Snowy Mountains For Beginners
In the mountain painting mood?
I wanted to capture the sheer grandeur of mountains when I created this painting.
I remember visiting the rocky mountains in Alberta and feeling so humbled by their towering heights and majestic power.
This painting was inspired by Ashley’s time in Alaska, so it’s a very meaningful piece.
One that you could recreate too!
Try this beautiful winter landscape painting tutorial on a long canvas.
Great Small Group Painting Idea This Winter
I’ve always loved this idea.
It can be a great team building activity in a workplace.
Or a fun idea for a small group of friends or family during holiday season.
Essentially use any painting and then divide it up into sections.
Get each person in your group to paint they’re section.
Then piece the final canvases together for a multi canvas team-work of art!
The Art Sherpa will show you that this painting isn’t as hard as it looks.
Add simplistic drama to this scene by using a monochromatic paint palette.
I used blue, black and white to acrylic paint for this entire painting.
Pond Hockey in North America Landscape
Pond/rink hockey is a popular outdoor pastime in North America.
My kids love it and I love watching them with a hot chocolate in hand!
10-Minute Winter Woodland Watercolor Tutorial
Got 10 minutes and feeling creative?
Then you should try this wonderful winter woodland painting tutorial.
Open up your water color paint tin and start painting this masterpiece.
I loved spending a couple hours to myself and it helped bring some creative energy into the New Year.
Very Easy Winter Gnome And His Rabbit
This sweet winter scene will warm any heart.
Paint this as a heart-warming Christmas Present or would also make a cute winter Valentine’s day idea.
The tutorial will walk you through each layer of this mountain and forest painting.
The step by step instructions show how to draw the city buildings and wind swirls in the sky.
She then shows you how your kids can paint it in.
It uses the magic of the reaction between salt and watercolor to create the nifty effect.
This winter craft idea is perfect for preschool kids, toddlers or kids in kindergarten.
It makes a unique, custom gift that shows them how much you care.
Customize this painting with a scene or place you both visit.
Grab a large canvas and some white and green paints to paint the snow and pine trees.
Recreate Paintings By Famous Artists Like Maud Lewis
Maud Lewis is my favorite famous artist.
She has an inspirational story AND she’s Canadian-like me!
Her art is very happy, bright and wholesome.
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