Posts Tagged "Painter in Muskoka"
3775 – Winter Solstice Sunrise
3775 – Winter Solstice Acrylic on Canvas 10 x 8 inches Unframed SOLD The word solstice is derived from the Latin sol (sun) and sistere (to stand still) because at the solstices the Sun’s declination appears to ‘stand still’. According to Forever Conscious, “The winter solstice celebrates the longest hours of darkness or the rebirth of the sun and is believed to hold a powerful energy for regeneration, renewal and self-reflection. In Pagan times the winter solstice was referred to as Yule and was a celebration of the Goddess (Moon). I chose colours to reflect the mystical and self-reflective qualities for this time...
Read More3774 – Facing Extinction
3774 – Facing Extinction Acrylic on Canvas 24 x 30 inches My concern for the ever increasing decline in the world’s wildlife species inspired this first painting of what I anticipate to be a series. I chose 5 animals who are at risk of extinction or endangered: The Atlanic Right Whale, the Cheetah, the Asian Elephant, the Grey Crean and the Loggerhead Sea Turtle. All of these animals can be found on the Atlantic Ocean side of Africa. Share and Enjoy...
Read More3772 – Truly Algonquin
3772 – Truly Algonquin Acrylic on Canvas 16 x 16 inches SOLD Rushing waters crashing over pink granite, surrounded by verdant forests are some of the iconic images of Algonquin Park. Truly Algonquin was inspired by the many beautiful white water locations in the Park. Share and Enjoy...
Read More3767 – Spotted Turtle on Paddle
3767 – Spotted Turtle on Paddle Acrylic on Wood Paddle 6 x 25 inches DONATED Each year Muskoka Conservancy holds an annual fundraising event. This is the second time I’ve painted a paddle to be offered in their silent auction. I chose a Spotted Turtle for the 2018 event due to it’s endangered status. This turtle is native to Muskoka. Share and Enjoy...
Read More3769 – Hardwood Outlook Trail, Algonquin Park
3769 – Hardwood Outlook Trail, Algonquin Park Acrylic on Canvas 24 x 24 inches, Unframed SOLD We hiked the one kilometre loop of Hardwood Outlook Trail in Algonquin Park on a beautiful, warm autumn day. The Trail introduces you to the ecology of a typical Algonquin hardwood forest and ends in a spectacular view of Smoke Lake and the surrounding hills. My love of trees drew me to this curved one shaped by its environment. To make it more dramatic, I moulded tissue paper and acrylic soft gel to create 3-D sculpture on the canvas. Share and Enjoy...
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