Di's News
New Painting: Eventide
Atl’ka7tsem/Howe Sound is a beautiful place to be at any time of day. However- I find there is one time when she really shines: eventide. Eventide is another word for evening, or dusk, when the world settles and colors come alive. The word itself is Middle English, from the Old English ǣfentīd, derived from ǣfen…
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Short Documentary – Art for Sea to Sky
The short documentary ‘Art for Sea to Sky’ is out now! Created by Molly Dennis this film follows along as I prepare for my Art for Sea to Sky Exhibition on Bowen Island in the summer of 2021. Watch now on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3W3uqSSCrcU Thank you for watching 🙂 You can still view the Art for…
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Island Hopping
New Painting! ‘Island Hopping’ 24″x30″ 2022 Di ~ acrylic on canvas Cruising towards the Pasley Islands at sunset, a pair of orca surface for a quick breath. A66 ‘Surf’ and his mother A42 ‘Sonora’ scout Collingwood Channel off the southwest shore of Bowen Island. They are members of the Northern Resident Killer Whales, an ecotype…
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Howe Sound II
New Painting! ‘Howe Sound II’ 30″x48″ 2022 ~ acrylic on canvas Something that always amazes me about Atl’ka7tsem/Howe Sound is the ever-changing colors. How is it possible that the same mountains and the same islands can be so completely different moment to moment, day to day, year to year. The lighting and the weather, the…
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Salish Sea Study
New Painting! Salish Sea Study 24″x24″ 2022 ~ acrylic on canvas Traveling across the Salish Sea from mainland British Columbia to Vancouver Island always gives me a feeling of calm. No matter the season, the scenery reminds me I am home. Perhaps it is the memories of taking this crossing uncountable times as a child…
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The Arbutus Tree
The Arbutus tree (Arbutus menziesii), also known as the Pacific Madrone, is a striking sight along the western coast of North America. Their range stretches from from southern Vancouver Island down to Mexico, including pockets throughout the Salish Sea including Howe Sound. It can be seen clinging to rocks and cliffs, typically growing within 1.5…
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New Painting for Sea Star Vineyards
Coming this August to Sea Star Vineyards on Pender Island: a special collaboration in support of the Southern Resident Orcas! Sea Star is releasing a new sparkling wine, named after orca J35 ‘Tahlequah’, featuring my painting commissioned by Sea Star specially for this wine. J35 You might remember J35 back in 2018 when she lost…
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The New Bowen Gateway Mural
It has been an absolute joy and honor to help create Bowen Island’s newest public art installation: The Bowen Gateway Mural. In 2021 I had the opportunity to join forces with an amazing team to create this 128-foot scene featuring some of the Island’s most treasured places and inhabitants. The lead Creative Team behind the…
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New Custom Paintillio Kit!
I am SO excited to announce that my painting ‘Evening in Howe Sound’ is now available as a Paint-By-Number kit from the super awesome local company Paintillio!! Featuring three Biggs Orcas cruising by the Defense Islands at dusk, with Mt. Garibaldi in the background, this piece was created to capture the calm and beauty of…
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Puzzle with a Purpose!
I am thrilled to announce my painting ‘Rise’ has been selected by Puzzle Lab for their new ‘Puzzle with a Purpose!’ These beautiful wooden jigsaw puzzles merge technology, art, nature, and are made locally by a small family run business in Victoria, BC. They are heirloom-quality, made from a UV laminated print on 1/4″ 5-ply…
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Whale Art Pack
Now available! A special whale-themed art pack featuring 1 matted print of your choice plus 6 art cards, save $15 and support local art. Proceeds donated to the Marine Education and Research Society in British Columbia. Click the link below for more information and to order now!https://artbydi.ca/artwork/whale-art-pack/
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Artists for Conservation
I am super excited and truly honored to be selected for membership with the Artists for Conservation! The Canadian-based organization represents over 500 artists from 30 countries worldwide, all committed to supporting conservation through art. The community aims to use the power of art to inspire a movement- one that encourages support, protection and celebration…
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