In November, the air turns crisp and cold and the earth and all of its creatures prepare for winter. Animals search for food and huddle together for warmth. And people gather around the table to give thanks and celebrate the season with family and friends.

Cynthia Rylant’s lyrical language and Jill Kastner’s rich, cozy paintings capture the cherished moments of this autumn month–the moments we spend together and the ones we witness in the world around us.