Whispers of Winter

Haleh Mashian

Mixed media on canvas (Framed) 

36 x 36″ (92 x 92 cm)

Haleh Mashian’s “Whispers of Winter” captures the quiet beauty of a snow-covered forest through rich textures and layered contrasts. Stark black and white tree trunks stand tall against a subdued winter landscape, their surfaces coated in thick, sculptural applications of paint that mimic the weight of freshly fallen snow. 

Hints of muted purples and soft golden tones emerge in the background, suggesting the presence of fading daylight filtering through the dense woodland. The interplay of light and shadow enhances the natural rhythm of the vertical forms, while the earthy browns of the forest floor ground the scene in warmth, balancing the coolness of the snow-laden branches.

Mashian’s use of impasto techniques gives “Whispers of Winter” a dimensional, almost tactile quality. There is a stillness to the composition, yet subtle variations in tone and texture hint at the quiet movement of nature—a distant wind, the shifting weight of snow, the fading remnants of autumn beneath the frozen surface.

“Whispers of Winter” blends contemporary abstraction with the timeless allure of seasonal change. The painting offers a contemplative moment, inviting a connection to the enduring beauty of nature in its quietest form, making it a serene addition for interior designers and collectors.