WHERE: Gallery Pyrus, 16 Charles St W, Kitchener WHEN: May 21-April 28 WHAT: Selected works by prominent regional artists An eclectic assortment of artwork on the walls at Café Pyrus. Artists include myself, Chris Austin, Christina Preece and Greg Kirch. I’m showing se ... Continue Reading
Facing west from the east shore of Lake Huron, the last of the rose light paints the receding clouds above the quieting water. A typical scene in early summer as the weather settles into the warmer season’s new rhythm. Larger image. “Lake Huron—rose after sunset ... Continue Reading
As the day draws to a close, facing south, the last of the days sunlight illuminates a small lake in the dreamy haze of late summer. Larger image. “Last of the light, northern lake” Acrylic on panel 36x36in 2013 This painting is available for purchase. Continue Reading
Facing west on Lake Huron, late in the day, out on the horizon a thin band of clear sky beneath the rolling cloud-front gives a glimpse of the sunlight reflecting on the water. Larger image. “Lake Huron—rolling cloud front” Acrylic on panel 36x36in 2013 This pai ... Continue Reading
This scene depicts a typical urban nighttime view of a curving Great Lakes shoreline. In the distance the light pollution from the bright orange line of the sodium streetlights bleeds up, illuminating the high cloud cover as the lower rain-clouds disperse and drift off. Larger Im ... Continue Reading
As the day draws down, the crepuscular rays fan out over a golden field in Southwestern Ontario. “Late summer sun” Acrylic on panel 36×36 in 2012 This painting is available for purchase. Continue Reading
A dreamy impression of Rockwood conservation area in Guelph, just above the old mill waterfall where the river widens out. Another experiment in water textures, the blue highlights in the center are carved, revealing a layer of brilliant blue beneath. “Rockwood, above the m ... Continue Reading
Looking up towards the fixed point of the north star, the warm earth contrasts with the cool night sky. Conceptually, the haze lifts from the ground as shooting stars continue to rain down matter onto the earth, highlighting the continuing connection of our planet with it’ ... Continue Reading
Celebrate the light this holiday season! The days may be dark but the art is alive with light. Join me for an Open Studio celebration, this Saturday, December 8th, from 12-5pm 24 Eby. St. N, 2nd Floor, Kitchener (by the Market at the corner of Eby & Market Lane) Lo ... Continue Reading