"New Growth" is a modern, stylized painting that symbolizes resilience and vitality in the harsh desert landscape. The canvas features bold, graphic forms of desert flowers, securely rooted in the arid soil, their vibrant pink blooms contrasting against the heat of the sun. The flowers, with their striking, pointed petals and cactus-like shapes, stand proud and strong, embodying the enduring spirit of nature even in the most challenging conditions. The dynamic, angular style and vivid color palette infuse the scene with energy, while the interplay of warm tones against the cool green of the cactus-like plants reflects the balance between endurance and growth. This piece celebrates the ability of life to bloom and thrive under pressure, capturing the beauty of perseverance in the desert’s sun-scorched embrace. "New Growth" invites viewers to witness the quiet strength of nature, flourishing in the face of adversity.
W 16"xH 20"
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This captivating painting captures a moment of delicate tranquility. A young girl, with wide, curious eyes, stands in a serene meadow, her hand gently pressed to her mouth in a gesture of quiet awe. The soft, golden glow of sunlight bathes her face, highlighting her innocence and the stillness of the scene. Just in front of her, a bubble bee hovers, suspended in midair, its wings delicately blurred in motion. The bee's quiet presence contrasts with the stillness of the girl, creating a powerful sense of calm and harmony. The vibrant yellow of the bee and the girl's peaceful expression invite the viewer to pause and embrace the beauty of quiet moments, offering a gentle reminder to be present and "bee still."
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"Camus Field" is an evocative plein air painting that captures the enchanting beauty of Playfair Park in Saanich, B.C. Painted in the open air, it reflects the artist's deep connection to nature, embracing the ever-changing weather to authentically convey the landscape. The canvas comes alive with vivid purples and blues that shimmer beneath the canopy of gnarled Garry oak trees. The Camas flowers, known for their striking color, are the focal point, their delicate blooms creating a stunning contrast against the earthy tones of the field. This painting is a celebration of the natural world in all its fleeting beauty, inviting viewers to experience the peaceful yet vibrant atmosphere of the park as it unfolds under shifting skies. The work embodies the artist's belief in capturing nature's essence in its raw, unfiltered form, painting not just what is seen, but what is felt in the open air.
W 12" x H 12", Framed -
"Camas Bloom" is a vibrant plein air painting that captures the fleeting beauty of the Camassia flowers in full bloom at Playfair Park, Saanich, B.C. Painted directly in the open air, this work immerses the viewer in the tranquil essence of the park, where the purple blooms stretch across the field like a vivid carpet. The striking purples and blues of the flowers dance in the sunlight, their delicate petals gently swaying in the breeze. Surrounded by the soft earth tones of the grass and the towering Garry oak trees, the Camas flowers emerge as the heart of the scene, glowing with natural vitality. The artist's brushstrokes breathe life into the flowers, capturing not only their color but their fleeting, delicate presence in this moment of the season. This painting serves as a testament to nature’s ephemeral beauty, inviting the viewer to pause and appreciate the simple yet profound wonder of a field in bloom.
Size 12"x12", Framed -
Acrylic H12" x W 12" Painting plein air one fall morning I enjoyed the wonderful colours of fall in the Japanese gardens.
