Commissioned Work

3818 – Sentinel of Light

Sentinel of LightAcrylic on gallery canvas12 x 12 inches, unframedSOLD Commission as a gift to a Hospice where a friend passed awayThe rooster was a resident of the home. The Black-eyed Susans were her friend’s favourite flower. Share and Enjoy...

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3804 – Snickers

3804 – Snickers Acrylic on Canvas 10 x 8 inches Unframed – SOLD Commissioned as a birthday gift for her partner. Snickers is the well loved family pet. Share and Enjoy...

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3803 – Bridget

3803 – Bridget Acrylic on Gallery Canvas 8 x 8 inches Unframed Commission Commissioned as a Christmas gift for her husband. Bridget is the dearly loved family pet. Share and Enjoy...

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3793 – Moosekoka

3793 – Moosekoka Acrylic on Canvas Board, 6 x 8 inches, unframed SOLD The moose is a Canadian symbol that represents the country’s native wildlife. Moose is derived from the Algonquin word mooswa, meaning “twig-eater.” In Ojibwe and Cree traditions, moose are symbols of endurance and survival. In Wabanaki folklore of northern New England and the Maritimes, some legends say that Moose was once a monster who was defeated by the culture hero Glooskap. Moose are also used as clan animals in some Native American cultures. Moosekoka was commissioned as a gift for a visitor from Ireland. The purchaser chose the name MOOSEKOKA to reference her home...

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3734 – Treed

3734 -Treed Acrylic on Canvas 7 x 5 inches PRIVATE COMMISSION   I was commissioned to paint this little black bear up a tree after the client learned the one they were hoping to buy was already sold.  Although similar image to the one she liked, this bear ended up with a distinctive expression and the woodland setting is also different. Share and Enjoy...

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3780 – Welcoming Woods

3780 –  Welcoming Woods Acrylic on Canvas 20 x 16 inches PRIVATE COMMISSION Welcoming Woods was commissioned by the children of a friend as a birthday gift for her. When asked what she would like in a painting, she told them she wanted Trees and Roots. Inspired by a hike on Whiskey Rapids Trail in Algonquin Park, Ontario, I added the Raven flying down the path in the distance to guide the viewer into the forest. The Raven brings with him the ability to bend time and space for the perfect moment at the right time. He signifies rebirth, renewal, reflection and healing. He helps the transitions and transformations move along smoothly by casting light into the...

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