Winter Barn I by Benjamin J. Young
Winter Barn I.
2026.
Watercolor
on Cotton Paper.
5x7in.
Benjamin J. Young,
American, b. 1990.
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About The Watercolor Painting
A quiet winter morning unfolds in this original watercolor, where a solitary barn rests beneath a pale sky and fresh snow softens the land. The scene feels unhurried and still, as if the world has paused for a moment of breath. Cool blue shadows drift across the snow while the weathered barn stands steady, carrying traces of warmth and history against the cold.
The simplicity of the composition draws you in gently—bare trees in the distance, open fields fading into white, and subtle brushstrokes that let the paper breathe. Rather than demanding attention, the painting invites it, rewarding slow looking with a sense of calm and quiet reflection.
Painted by hand in watercolor, this 5×7 inch original is a one-of-a-kind piece that celebrates the beauty of ordinary rural places and the peacefulness of winter. It’s the kind of artwork that feels at home anywhere—on a small wall, a shelf, or a desk—bringing with it a soft reminder of stillness, space, and simple moments worth noticing.
This painting is apart of the Colors of Winter Collection.
The Roots of Home
This piece is more than just a study of winter light; it is a portrait of my history. The structure is modeled after the weathered white barn from the farm where I grew up—a place that served as the backdrop for a thousand childhood adventures.
By stripping away the clutter of the modern world and placing the barn against a quiet, snow-covered landscape, I wanted to capture the solitude and strength I remember so vividly. The cool blue shadows and the rusted warmth of the roof reflect the passage of time on a building that, to me, always felt permanent. It stands as a tribute to the quiet resilience of rural life and the enduring silhouette of “home.”
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