Every few months, Prairie Center Market in Coupeville gets a fresh coat of whimsy, courtesy of Whidbey artist Oola Fisher and her trusty paintbrush.

For the past two years, the grocery store’s front windows have shifted with the seasons, each scene hand-painted. This week, a magical winter scene has made its first apearance of the season.

Fisher said she has been creative all her life, and painting in Coupeville gives her a way to feel connected with the community.

She fell into window painting naturally, but it wasn’t always the plan. When Fisher worked for Critters & Co Pet Center & Rescue in Clinton, she agreed to do a mural during a remodel, having already done one at her own home. Fisher always liked the idea of pursuing graphic design when she was younger, and today, she is happy

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