the Gallery
Thank you for spending time here in the gallery and checking out my most recent works. Above all, may these paintings bring a sense of peace and a renewed connection to our beautiful planet and its wondrous inhabitants.
Landscapes
Soft horizons, shifting light, and the quiet poetry of open spaces shape this collection. Here, the quietude of nature is rendered in hushed tones, where long shadows trace the contours of a patient landscape. Each painting is an invitation to pause—an echo of wind through grass, the hush of distant hills, the warmth of late‑day sun settling over the earth. You can almost feel the air cool as the daylight thins. These scenes are less about place and more about presence, offering a moment of stillness in a world that rarely stops moving.
A landscape, after all, is never truly still. Even in its calmest moments, there is a slow, patient movement beneath the surface—light shifting across distant fields, clouds drifting in soft procession, the land breathing in its own unhurried rhythm. These paintings hold that subtle motion, capturing the way a place can feel alive without ever raising its voice. They invite you to linger a little longer, to notice the gentle transitions that shape the day, and to find a sense of grounding in the quiet constancy of the natural world.
Tsunami
This powerful seascape captures the cresting motion of a wave in vivid blues, whites, and blacks, with expressive foam and spray that convey the ocean’s raw energy. A shadowed landmass and stormy sky deepen the mood, adding contrast and atmosphere. Tsunami invites viewers to feel nature’s force—dynamic, untamed, and breathtaking.
Mennonite Farm
This farmstead scene features a classic red barn and white silo nestled in golden grass, with a mennonite plow resting quietly in the foreground. A weathered fence leads the eye toward the horizon, where scattered trees and a bright blue sky complete the tranquil composition. evokes the enduring spirit of mennonite farming and the sanctitude of rural life.
Wheels of Time
A rustic watermill stands quietly in a forest clearing, its wooden water wheel turning gently in a flowing stream. Wheels of Time captures the charm and functionality of traditional rural architecture, blending natural textures with historical warmth. Time is ageless.
Winter Birch
A quiet forest blanketed in snow, where birch trees stretch skyward and shadows fall long across the frozen ground. captures the stillness and Snow shoe tracks mark the trail of subtle movement of winter light—where teal skies meet the hush of fresh white snow. The composition invites reflection, with the distinct rhythm of directional contemplation. A serene, atmospheric piece that evokes both solitude and connection with nature’s quiet beauty.
A Brief Kinship
A Brief Kinship captures a fleeting moment of connection between two wild beings whose paths cross only for an instant. The scene invites viewers to pause and witness the quiet intelligence and curiosity shared across species. The composition reminds us how much beauty lives in the unspoken exchanges of the natural world. It’s a tribute to the subtle, often overlooked relationships that shape the wilderness and, in turn, our own sense of belonging within it.
Anchor out the Storm
A lone sailboat rests on still water, its masts reaching skyward as soft light washes over distant mountains. This tranquil acrylic painting evokes a moment of quiet resilience—where the storm has passed, and peace returns. With muted pinks, gentle blues, and reflective shadows, the composition invites calm and contemplation. A tribute to endurance, solitude, and the beauty of stillness after turmoil.
Wildlife
These paintings are small invitations to pause and look more closely at the quiet lives moving alongside our own. Each piece captures a moment of recognition—an expression, a gesture, or a brief crossing of paths.In these intimate scenes, the familiar becomes extraordinary, revealing the subtle rhythms and personalities of the creatures who share our world.
Here, the soft rustle of feathers, the flick of an ear, or the stillness before movement becomes its own kind of story. These works are shaped by patient observation in forests, fields, and wetlands, where wildlife moves with a grace that often goes unnoticed. Through careful detail and subtle realism, each painting offers a glimpse into these fleeting encounters, challenging viewers to slow down and truly see the animals who inhabit our landscapes.
My purpose is that these pieces encourage a deeper sense of care for the beings who live beside us and the delicate habitats that sustain them. More than simple depictions, they are quiet reminders of connection—moments of presence that ask us to honour the wildness woven into the world around us.
Raptor
A perigrine falcon perches on top of a shear rock like a sentinal on guard. His keen yellow eyes scope out the landscape ensuring all is right while scanning the landscape for his next meal.
Northern Moose
A solitary moose stands at the edge of still water, its reflection mirrored beneath a forest sky. This painting captures a quiet moment in the wild—where strength meets stillness and nature holds its breath.
Family Time
Three chipmunks gather near a fallen birch, surrounded by wildflowers and quiet forest light. Family Time captures a moment of playful connection in nature—where stillness meets joy and every detail feels alive.
the Royal Couple
A mated pair of majestic lions strut across the fields of savanna grass on the hunt for prey. An unusual scene, as it’s usually the lionesses who lead the chase.There’s a rare sense of unity in their posture—an unspoken understanding that today, they hunt together, challenging the expectations of their wild domain. Today they take their place as King and Queen of the savanna.
Chickadee Trio
This acrylic painting captures a serene moment in the heart of winter, where three chickadees perch quietly among snow-covered pine branches. Their soft plumage—black caps, white cheeks, and warm underparts—offers a gentle contrast to the crisp greens of the pine needles and the cool blue of the wintry sky. Each bird appears alert yet calm, embodying the quiet resilience of wildlife in colder seasons.
Grizzly after a Meal
A dynamic and colorful triptych depicts a grizzly bear poised on a log above a rushing waterfall, mouth open mid‑hunt as trout leap from the water below. Surrounded by lush greenery and flowing movement, this painting evokes the raw energy and quiet rhythm of the wild. A sense of timeless instinct runs through the scene, capturing a moment where power, patience, and the pulse of nature meet.
Mountain Gorilla
and baby
A powerful yet tender moment unfolds in this lush forest scene as an adult gorilla moves steadily through the dense undergrowth, a young infant clinging closely to its chest. Sunlight filters through towering trees and tangled vines, casting warm highlights across their dark fur and illuminating the rich greens of the jungle around them. The composition captures both the immense strength of the silverback and the quiet vulnerability of the little one, creating a striking balance between protection and innocence. It’s a portrait of family, instinct, and the deep emotional bonds that shape life in the wild.
