This week’s featured art is Snowy Christmas Eve by Joe Vittek

Perhaps the most recognized symbol of the winter holiday season is the Christmas tree; at least, according to the study that I made up for this review. Santa Claus might be more widely recognized, but whilst browsing for art today, this is the piece that struck me. Santa will have to wait.

Snowy Christmas Eve by Joe Vittek — View Larger

What really jumped out at me about this photo is the starkness of it; the thousands of points of light against the flat black background. The illuminated ground adds depth and character in a wonderful way. The feeling of the piece, what I get from it… is that the holiday season should be a time for reflection and introspection, and I think that this photo speaks to the hope for peace and basic human kindness that everyone desires.

The frame and mat are basic, but then again, so is the shot - in a good way. Of course, they may be customized by the buyer or left out altogether. In fact, considering the composition of the piece, with the title border at the bottom, I’d prefer to see the art without a mat and with a more ornate frame.

Prices for Snowy Christmas Eve begin at $33.96, subject to change.

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