Tuesday 20 March 2012

Springtime on the Prairies

1990


1986


Some favorite watercolors that really capture the sense that spring has sprung and another long prairie winter is finally over. The land is re-emerging and even the warmer air seems visible.

1979
 

1986




 


Saturday 3 March 2012

Happier Winters


Prairie Snowscape - temptation to snow shoe or ski cross country!

Photo by Anette Stehwien 1969
Much happier memories are evident in the first winters captured in and around Saskatoon. Especially for often snow-starved Europeans, where snowfall brings much excitement, especially to children and all winter sports enthusiasts. This beauty in the landscape also called out to Fritz and many a family adventure began with the start of a new life in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.

Saskatoon in winter, with spring not far away?
Unframed canvas re-discovered in Fritz's old basement.
The Saskatoon skyline was a favorite motif, in all seasons.