Birch Bark Series
Birch bark trees have become an iconic symbol for my of my place of home in Canada. I've yet to meet a Canadian that doesn't love birch bark trees, perhaps in part because they stand out from the crowd of greens, reds and yellows. As I gazed out my studio window pondering how I would paint the 3D effect of the scrolls of bark hanging from the tree, I had the "Aha" moment of creating a mixed media piece where live birch bark was actually incorporated into the painting itself, completely encased in acrylic. It's a part of my home, harvested from my trees that I share with the viewer.
Sisters 36" x 24"
Acrylic and Mixed Media
Still Standing 48" x 36"
Acrylic and Mixed Media
The Promise 40" x 30"
Lilacs in May
Mixed Media 24"x12
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Sold
Birch Tree III 20" x 10"
Acrylic and Mixed Media
Black Floater Frame
Black Floater Frame
May Day 48" x 24"
Acrylic and Mixed Media
Gallery wrapped and painted on sides
Gallery wrapped and painted on sides
Birch View 30" x 40"
Acrylic and Mixed Media
Commissioned Painting
Commissioned Painting
The Glory of Fall 39" x 48"
Acrylic and Mixed Media
Stone and Birch Bark
Stone and Birch Bark
The Rock 48"x60"
Mixed Media
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Sold
Bon Echo Narrows 40" x40"
Acrylic and Mixed Media
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