Practically everything around you first started as a thought; an idea that the creator (notice the small “c”) believed in and carried through to completion. All is art, and I’ve heard it said that art is a window to the soul?—?of both the artists and the collectors. We have selected a range of mediums and sensibilities that represent the unique styles and we hope, a glimpse into the artists’ realm of “believe?—?and then make it.”

Chante, oil on canvas

The Cool One, wood cellulose powder
“Creating wildlife art is my passion and through my art I hope I inspire people to look at animals with respect, curiosity, humour and especially compassion!”
—?Karin Taylor

Autumn Air, acrylic on canvas
”For me, being an artist is about taking the time to savour the subtleties of the land and life. Whether that is closing your eyes and feeling the wind whipping off a rocky peak or rolling a paintbrush between your fingers, it’s the quiet moments that have the largest impact.”
—?Patrick Markle

The Dawn, oil on canvas

A Path Well Traveled, oil

Takin’ a Break Stool, (set of 2), hand-forged and fabricated mild steel

Benzinger Bovine, encaustic on birch panel with painted edges
“I love the sense of energy of painting; being able to capture and create the serenity of the moment.”
—?Tracy Proctor

Morning Feed, oil and wood stain on meranti

Lulu, acrylic
“Being an artist is hard work but fun. I can spend half my time daydreaming and not get into trouble.”
—?Ross Lynem

Before The Dog Days, coloured pencil on original Boston MA ledger

Two Pairs of Slippers, coloured pencil on Rising Museum Board
“My coloured pencil pieces, that can take up to 80 hours to complete, are always a labour of love.”
—?Dee Poisson

Moon Mother, abalone, petrified dinosaur bones, silver, fresh water pearls, hematite

Vistas 3 La Terre, acrylic

Clouds Over Canola, watercolour