As the creator of this oil painting, I am fortunate to share with you the inspiration behind its creation and the meaning behind it. This painting depicts the scene of a New Year parade in a Scottish village, aiming to capture the warm and mysterious atmosphere of this traditional event.

In the picture, the background presents a hazy blue gray tone, as if shrouded in a thin mist of night. This color tone not only enhances the mystery of the picture, but also provides a perfect contrasting background for the bright colors of the lantern. Lanterns of various colors hanging in the air, such as red, orange, green, etc., are colorful and symbolize the joy and hope of the New Year. The light of the lantern sways in the night, giving people a warm and dreamy feeling.

The subjects in the painting are villagers dressed in traditional costumes. They were dressed in flowing blue robes and wide brimmed hats, as if walking from the depths of history, carrying ancient cultural heritage. Each character's posture exudes solemnity and piety, whether they raise lamps or gaze, as if expressing their hopes for a better future through this way.

In the process of creating this painting, I attempted to convey the unique charm of the Scottish village New Year parade through details. The design of lanterns not only focuses on color selection, but also incorporates elements of traditional handicrafts, making each lantern unique. The costumes of the characters are based on descriptions in historical documents, striving to restore the style of that era.

This oil painting is not only a record of the Scottish New Year parade, but also a tribute to traditional culture. I hope that through this artwork, more people can understand and feel the beauty and profound significance of this traditional activity, and continue to inherit and promote these precious cultural treasures in modern society.