The Silence of Snow

40in x 60in 
Oil, Spray Paint and Crayon on Canvas (framed)

Available at Canyon Contemporary.

Please contact the Gallery for more information.

"The Silence of Snow" is winter’s hush—a quiet landscape where time moves slowly, and the light speaks softly. Beneath the snow, life is waiting. You can almost hear the water under ice, held gently by the land.

If you're looking for a painting that speaks in slow gestures, this piece offers a sense of stillness and subtle motion. The creek winds through cottonwoods and warm-toned thickets under a soft gray sky, capturing a living winter where color lingers just beneath the cold.

With James’s signature use of bold strokes, crayon, and spray paint, the painting feels both grounded and contemporary—honoring timeless themes while remaining visually fresh.

A home feels complete when it’s filled with art that resonates. "The Silence of Snow" is perfect for collectors or homeowners drawn to quiet beauty, seasonal rhythm, and the kind of presence only found in stillness.

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