Whale of a Time by Bob Barker

Capturing the essence of the cold, snowy festive season, this painting is very much an action shot, which reflects the sheer joy of child play.

Gliding downhill, the characters use their sledges to create a momentum of energetic movement, and Barker brilliantly creates the illusion of the narrative figures appearing to slide down the hill and out towards the spectator.

This is a brilliant action landscape shot, produced using canvas on board, bringing the outdoors indoors, and all from the comfort of your own home!