Leprechaun Nutcracker

Leprechaun Nutcracker
Acrylic on masonite, 5x7
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This wonderful little leprechaun nutcracker is loaded with goodies!  From the long pipe, lucky clover, and bag of gold to the sweet little red bird on the tree stump, this guy has character!  His face is full of expression, too!  These little figures are so fun to paint with their bold colors and charm - I’m so lucky to have been able to paint so many this Christmas season!  Painting number 1093 in 1093 days.

Nutcracker Farmer

Nutcracker Farmer
Acrylic on masonite, 5x5
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On my journey of nutcracker painting this month, I have found so many really fabulous ones!  This one is a farmer, complete with overalls, plaid shirt and chickens on his arms!       The farmer has a short, hairy mustache and the birds have feathery tails!  So cool and so unique!  This nutcracker is another great one from Candy Kultgen’s collection.  So sweet of others to share their wonderful collections with me - it has made for a joyful season of painting!  Painting number 1092in 1092 days.  :)

Santa Nutcracker!

Santa Nutcracker
Acrylic on masonite, 5x5
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Look who’s out with his big bag of gifts for good little boys and girls!  Santa Nutcracker!  This adorable little nutcracker was shared with me by Candy Kultgen - and it is a “must paint” for Christmas Eve!  With a little extra time between wrapping presents and having family out for a friendly game of pitch, I snuck in a painting!  These nutcrackers have been so fun to paint - I hate to see the end of the season!  Now - back to family time!  Painting number 1087 in 1087 days.  :)