The Winter Guardian

Original Acrylic painting on 1.5" gallery canvas.
Size 16"x12"
Painting comes wired and ready to hang.
Original is signed by Beverley Lu and arrives with a certificate of authenticity.
 
Artist Statement:
In "The Winter Guardian", I wanted to capture the stillness, resilience, and quiet magic that winter brings. The lone cardinal—vibrant, steadfast, and unyielding against the cold and falling snow—stands as a symbol of hope and protection amid the soft pastel landscape. His presence brings warmth to an otherwise snow-covered scene, reminding us that life persists even in the harshest seasons.
The barn in the distance glows softly from a hanging light, echoing the warmth of the bird’s spirit and the comfort found in familiar places. Together, the elements of this painting reflect my deep connection to wildlife and the way nature’s small moments often speak the loudest. Through this piece, I hope to invite viewers to pause, breathe, and appreciate the quiet guardianship that wildlife offers to our world—and the sense of wonder it brings to our own lives.