Yule art

I recently discovered that Icelandic folklore includes a Yule Cat as a part of their traditions. This painting is loosely based on the Yule Cat. Instead of the kitty eating children who do not get a new piece of clothing for Christmas, this kitty has a protecting watchful eye over the solidarity of this little ... Read more

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The Yule log is a winter tradition in regions of Europe. This yule log painting was created with acrylic on Readi-Board foam board.

Colored Pencil on Textured Paper Mistletoe and Pine Trisk

Every year I draw a Christmas card for my family to send out to our relatives. This year the design was inspired by the yule cat from Icelandic folklore.

Description Long winter nights and freezing temperatures are kept at bay when the candles are lit and the Yule festivals are near! The Yule Goat, or Julbocken brings holiday cheer and presents and even adorns your Christmas tree. Celebrate this wonderful creature with an illustrated journal page featuring facts about the goat, Scandinavian traditions and folklore! Watercolour and ink Prints available here: www.etsy.com/uk/listing/564756…

10×12″ pen and ink illustration on 110# bristol paper One of my favorite holiday creatures is the Icelandic Yule Cat. Tradition says that you must be gifted with an article of clothing before Christmas, otherwise a giant, beastly cat that roams the Icelandic wilderness will find you, and eat you. The Yule Cat has come to be a part of the Yule Lad traditions as well. Illustration and artwork is exclusively copyrighted by Alexandria Noël. All rights reserved.

First Day of Winter! thought I'd brighten your day with a few of my favorite works of art ~ {all found on Pinterest of course} this one is so 'me'…. who doesn't love a smiling and dancing opossum? ;) Winter King St. Nicholas & Friends Mother Winter shaking her feather pillow onto the town below... love the 'bowing' owl ~ have you hugged your bobcat today? Wishing you all bright & sunny days and cozy nights ~ wishing you all peace and happiness, health and true wealth!! * Blessed be * Lori