WORLDS APART is a mixed media collage winter landscape artwork that captures the essence of a Dutch winter snow and ice landscape. 
 
The painting depicts a scene that has long been part of Dutch culture and heritage: a group of people enjoying themselves on natural ice, skating toward the distant horizon. The simplicity of the scene evokes a sense of nostalgia and a longing for a slower, more idyllic time.
 
Behind this serene beauty, however, lies a poignant message about the effects of climate change. With rising temperatures and unpredictable weather patterns, the once deep freezes that made this beloved winter activity possible are becoming increasingly scarce.
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