Coastal Spirit 3 8 x 10, acrylic on canvas
A vast open spirit of the west coast allows for a huge skyscape to take up the space it needs. The clouds at the end of this particular day lead right to the typical west coast islet that are so typically iconic of the west coast.
Harmony in Winter 16 x 20, acrylic on canvas
A warm day with snow in the landscape floor. This particular day left no snow on the vegetation and the colour of the evergreen trees and deciduous trunks stand out. The sunny day casts wonder network of multi-coloured shadows across the white carpet ground.
Journey – A Sense of Place 20 x 24, acrylic on canvas
The softness of the winter snow brings a sense of quiet stillness to the landscape. In the stillness, time actually seems to slow down and the mind delights in the simplicity of minimal stimulation. In the quietness of such a forest when the mind slows, the body touches the soul and reaches for a sense … Read More
Connection in Winter 16 x 20, acrylic on canvas
The colours in the sky standout in a landscape that is composed of shades of white. The detail of the forest floor is covered with a white blanket and the shadows cast across the blanket.
Just Offshore 8 x 8 acrylic on canvas
Looking out to the “edge of the earth” this island stands guard just off the coast line.
Coastal Vision 8 x 8, acrylic on canvas
The view of the sky changes as the clouds float by but the small island with its wind blown foliage stands consistently strong in the ocean.
Coastal Connection 8 x 8 acrylic on canvas
As I head into Winter, this is a small painting captures the last of the longer summer days for this year.
Quidi Vidi Two 8 x 8, acrylic on canvas
The little fishing village known as Quidi Vidi is located just outside of St. John’s Newfoundland. The day I was there the wind was a howling but the little harbour was as quiet anything and the boats were virtually not moving. When I painted this piece I felt the need to take some liberties … Read More
The Rowing Club acrylic on canvas, 36 x 36 - sold
The Vancouver Rowing Club is located in Stanley Park on the edge of Coal Harbour. The Rowing Club came into being in 1899 as an amalgamation of the Vancouver Boating Club and the Burrard Inlet Rowing Club. The Clubhouse was completed in 1911 and today it is designated with heritage status. … Read More