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Sharing the stories behind each piece during the First Friday Art Walk — my favorite part of the night is always the conversations that unfold around the table. The first Art Walk of the year at The Welsh Rabbit was everything I love about sharing art with the community — warm conversations, curious visitors, and that unmistakable buzz that fills a space when people gather around creativity. Nestled inside the cozy brick‑and‑wood charm of The Welsh Rabbit, my table filled qui

Golden Radiance on Slate Canvas emerges as an enigma poised between material and light, an interplay where the permanence of stone meets the fleeting brilliance of nature’s bloom. Here, a bouquet of sunflowers commands attention with their assertive yellow petals, accompanied by clusters of subtle purple flora. They gather within a transparent vessel—a glass vase—that both anchors and reveals them, resting upon a reflective surface tinged with soft blues and whites. This surf

Miss Lavender Brown’s Cozy Quietude is a work that invites a contemplative pause through a scene both intimate and expansive. Framed by rich brown curtains, the window serves as a boundary between two worlds: the quiet warmth of an indoor nook and the calm vastness of an outdoor landscape. This framing device draws the eye inward while extending the gaze beyond, creating a balanced harmony between shelter and openness. Inside, a guinea pig with soft brown and white fur reclin

Cabin Lights Through Snowy Pines invites you into a moment of quiet reflection set deep within a winter forest. The composition places the viewer just behind a horse, its head and attentive ears framing the scene ahead. This perspective creates an intimate connection between observer and subject, guiding the eye through snow-dusted pine trees toward a modest log cabin nestled comfortably among the frosted branches. The cabin’s windows emit a soft, steady glow, a visual anchor

Over the Highlands is a recent addition to my exploration of winter scenes, this time focusing on a landscape that blends historic architecture with the quietude of a snowy environment. The painting captures a stone castle perched atop a hill, its sturdy form resting against the crisp winter air. A stone bridge extends over a still body of water, linking the castle to the snow-covered banks and inviting the viewer to consider the passage between place and environment. The sky

Fireside Tranquility with Festive Watch is a circular acrylic painting that invites viewers into a distinctly intimate winter interior, where quietude and seasonal comfort converge. At its center, a stone fireplace radiates warmth, the flames rendered with nuanced gestures that suggest both motion and steady glow. The hearth’s soft illumination spills outward, gently embracing the surrounding objects and deepening the room’s sense of calm. Above the fireplace, a garland of gr

Glassbound Winter Wish is a piece that emerged from my desire to capture a quietly hopeful moment in winter, presented in an unconventional format—a hand-painted scene on a glass bottle. This artwork invites viewers to explore a compact world where light and cold coexist with intimate balance. At the heart of the composition sits a log cabin, its roof thickly carrying freshly fallen snow. The structure feels grounded and sturdy, detailed with subtle strokes that suggest weath

*My Callie and the Cardinal* is a new acrylic painting that explores the quiet dialogue between interior warmth and the stillness of a snow-covered landscape outside. Through a window divided into six panes, the scene presents a layered composition that balances calm and color with thoughtful restraint. Outside, a winter panorama unfolds: snow blankets the ground and clings to the branches of trees, extending toward a distant mountain softened by the cold light. The subtle va

On December 9th, the Cheyenne Rotary Club hosted a heartwarming Christmas party that blended holiday cheer with artistic flair—and I had the joy of leading a painting class that brought smiles, laughter, and a splash of color to the celebration. 🎨 Painting Class Highlights The room buzzed with energy as attendees gathered around tables covered in festive tablecloths, each equipped with palettes, brushes, and canvases. From abstract swirls to serene landscapes, every particip

*Winter’s Quiet Watch* is an intimate acrylic painting, measuring 8 by 8 inches, that invites viewers to experience a tranquil moment where the interior’s warmth coexists with the hush of a winter landscape outside. Framed by a wooden window divided into six panes, the scene captures the contrast between the icy stillness of snow-covered evergreens and a small, living presence nearby. Outside, the landscape is composed in a restrained palette of whites and grays, carefully la

*A Wyoming Landscape* is an 11 by 14-inch acrylic painting that reflects a place close to my heart: Saddlestring, Wyoming. This work captures the quiet rhythm of an autumn day in the countryside, a scene shaped by memory and lived experience rather than imagination alone. The painting features a gently rolling hill bathed in warm, golden-brown tones, the landscape marked by clusters of dark trees and brush that provide contrast and depth. A winding road leads through the fore

Step aside, Monet—there’s a new muse in town, and it’s furry, four-legged, and fond of carrots. Introducing Furry Muses: The Art of Guinea Pigs , a 2026 calendar that celebrates the cozy charm and unexpected creativity of our favorite pocket-sized companions. This delightful calendar is more than just a way to keep track of the days—it’s a visual journey into a world where guinea pigs don berets, wield paintbrushes, and pose like seasoned models. Each month features original

*Gazing Through the Starry Veil* is an 11 by 14-inch acrylic painting that explores a distinctive intersection between a timeless artistic style and an unexpected subject. Drawing inspiration from the swirling energy of Van Gogh’s “Starry Night,” this piece presents a richly textured night sky alive with deep blues and glowing stars, central to which is the quiet presence of a guinea pig. The composition balances vibrant movement and stillness: dynamic brushstrokes create an

*Callie in the Window* is a compact yet evocative painting that centers on a moment of quiet companionship. Measuring 10 by 10 inches and rendered in acrylic, the artwork draws you into an intimate scene where a small guinea pig named Callie rests calmly on a dark surface just inside a window. This simple subject anchors the composition with a gentle presence, inviting a closer look at the familiar comfort of home. The window serves as a frame not only for the animal but also

Hello and welcome! I’m so glad you’re here. I’m Jill Farrington, a Fort Collins-based artist and community organizer. This space is a reflection of everything I love—painting scenes inspired by nature, architecture, and memory; organizing inclusive events; and sharing creativity that uplifts and connects. What’s Happening Now First Friday Art Walk — A Joyful Success! Thank you to everyone who stopped by during the First Friday Art Walk! It was a beautiful evening filled with