Fun With Snow (8 Photos)
When the snow starts falling, some people see more than just a chore—they see a blank canvas for the bizarre. Forget the standard carrot-nosed snowmen; the neighborhood has officially been turned into an open-air gallery of the strange and the brilliant.
It turns out that when you combine a massive snowstorm with a serious amount of creative boredom, the results are legendary. From massive Easter Island Moai heads standing guard over driveways to surreal sculptures that look like a glitch in reality, these 8 snow masterpieces prove that creativity doesn’t freeze just because the temperature drops. This is the kind of winter art that makes you stop the car, rub your eyes, and wonder if you’re still dreaming.
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1. Moai on the Lawn by Matt Morris in Waterloo, Canada
Matt Morris brought a taste of Easter Island to Ontario by carving these iconic monolithic figures right out of a snowbank. It’s an incredible display of scale and patience in the Canadian cold.
2. High-Fashion Snow Sculpture
This elegant couple, illuminated by the city lights, looks like they are caught mid-dance at a winter ball. A beautiful example of how light and snow can create a truly magical atmosphere.
3. The Classic Headstand
Who says snowmen have to be upright? This upside-down fellow, complete with boots for ears and a carrot nose pointing the wrong way, brings a much-needed sense of humor to the winter landscape.
4. Mailbox Monster
This hungry snowman seems to have found a very specific snack. By incorporating a standard mailbox into the design, the artist created a fun and interactive piece that surely surprised the mail carrier.
5. Snow-Day Recovery
This sculpture captures the “morning after” feeling perfectly. With a bucket for a head and bottles scattered around, this snowman clearly had a much more interesting night than the rest of us.
6. Venus in the Cold
Merging classical art with temporary materials, this sculpture combines the body of Venus de Milo with the head of the Nike of Samothrace. It’s a sophisticated take on the traditional snowman.
7. Snow-Dog Relaxation
Some snow sculptures are just pure and simple. This fluffy white dog lounging on the grass is a charming tribute to our four-legged friends who love the winter air.
8. Rolling Through Winter
This creative piece features a figure crafted from snow seated in a wheelchair, proving that art and winter fun are accessible to everyone. It’s a clever and thoughtful use of props to tell a story.
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Fun With Snow Sculptures (10 Photos)
This set focuses on snow used with intent rather than decoration. A full-scale Venus torso rises from a parking lot. A dancing couple is shaped with correct proportions and posture. An owl made of snow is placed next to a real owl, matching its size and stance.
Other works lean into physical placement: a figure seated on a park bench, a snowman balanced upside down, one built around a mailbox, another placed in a wheelchair, and a dog recreated beside the animal it copies. The pieces rely on positioning, scale, and reference to work before they melt away.More: Snow is fun! (35 photos)
1. Venus de Milo Without a Head
A tall snow sculpture shaped like a classical female torso, referencing the ancient marble statue Venus de Milo. The smooth surface and draped lower section imitate carved stone while standing alone in a snowy parking area.
2. Winter Waltz
Two snow figures posed as a dancing couple, facing each other with hands placed at shoulder and waist. Their clothing and posture suggest formal attire shaped entirely from packed snow.
3. Snow Cat Climbing Trees
A small snow figure wrapped around a tree trunk, using the bark and knot holes as part of the face and body. The snow is applied directly to the tree to form arms and legs.
4. Impostor Owl
A snow owl sculpture placed next to a real owl, copying its shape, size, and posture. Stones and small objects are used for eyes and markings to mirror the living bird.
5. Mailbox Monster
A snow creature built around an open mailbox, using it as a mouth. Sticks form arms, and small objects create eyes and eyebrows, turning a driveway into a staged scene.
6. Park Bench Companion
A seated snow figure placed on a wooden bench, with legs hanging over the edge. The simple facial features and posture suggest a quiet moment in a public park.
7. Headstand Snowman
An upside-down snowman balanced on its head, with boots used as feet and a scarf wrapped around the inverted body. The pose adds movement to an otherwise static form.
8. Snowman in a Wheelchair
A snow figure seated in a real wheelchair, using the chair’s structure as part of the sculpture. The piece blends snow with everyday mobility equipment.
9. Double Dog
A small snow dog positioned beside a real dog of similar size and color. The sculpture mimics the animal’s stance and proportions using minimal details.
10. After the Party
A collapsed snowman lying across wooden pallets, surrounded by empty bottles. The scene is staged to resemble exhaustion after a long night.More: Made You Smile Again (8 Photos)
Which one is your favorite?
