Standing high on a hill after a trip out to Tofino, looking down at the ocean and its massive waves crashing endlessly against the coast, I was completely struck by the sheer scale of it all. Boundless captures that feeling of looking out over an infinite expanse—where the open water and sky stretch out so far they leave you entirely in awe.
Standing on the shore and looking out at the horizon always brings an undeniable sense of calm. The soothing blues and rich mark-making in Ocean’s Call bring that restorative energy indoors, capturing the daily inspiration I find living right on the coast.
I often find myself gazing up at the distant peaks of the coastal mountains, taking in their quiet strength. With its atmospheric layers and rich, energetic brushwork, Beyond Blue captures that sense of elevation and calm—bringing the grounding presence of the mountains closer.
Out on the water, there is that disorienting moment when you can't tell if you're moving or if the world is rushing past. On the Move captures that exact sensation, matching the sweep and rush of a boat's wake with rapid strokes that blur the shoreline right past you.
Pause and take in that quiet stillness where the vastness above meets the soft grounding of the earth below. With an expansive stretch of pale, atmospheric blue and rich textural details along the horizon, Here Now anchors any room in peaceful, open-air clarity.
Nothing quite compares to the energy of sailing through heavy chop. I painted this right after coming in off the water, while the feeling of cutting through the crests and getting completely doused by the odd rogue wave was still fresh. It captures the raw speed, the cold splash, and the vibrant chaos of a good day out on the open sea.
Don’t you just love those single, character-filled clouds that hang low over the water? Pause and take in that quiet dialogue between sky and sea—where the atmosphere above seems to answer the restless surge below. Through sweeping, expressive marks, this piece brings the rush of coastal tide and the lift of wind into perfect rhythm, offering a breath of fresh ocean air for your day.
Going through the Gabriola Passage on our sailboat, you quickly learn to keep a sharp lookout for the churning, hidden forces below that can alter your course in a heartbeat. Cross Current captures that exact kind of friction—the sudden, sharp intersection of opposing energies where the water cuts across itself just beneath the surface in a tangle of motion and shifting color.
The meditative rhythm where water meets land in Tidal Reflections was inspired by a summer walk along Galiano Island. This piece translates those mesmerizing reflections into expressive, tactile marks—holding space for calm, contemplative moments every single day.
There is a fleeting, electric joy in jumping straight into the sea. Painted to the backdrop of summer laughter floating up from Armour’s Beach, Splash captures that spontaneous burst of playfulness through bold, sweeping marks—it’s a bright, cheerful reminder to hold onto those carefree moments year-round.
One of my favorite sounds in the world is the rush of a wave colliding on shoreline rock. Swoosh catches that exact split second of impact, where deep indigo and brilliant turquoise break into a sudden surge of motion. It’s pure, untamed momentum that brings a constant spark of dynamic energy to your day.
Having painted the Gap outside my studio window countless times, I never tire of its shifting moods. In this quieter piece, a profound silence settles between the two land forms—that rare moment when the water turns glass-still and the open horizon beyond beckons. It promises clear skies and calm waters for a smooth crossing over the Strait of Georgia, offering a gentle, grounded presence.
Watching the shoreline pass by from the deck of our sailboat always gives me a fresh perspective. Out on the water, I love how the trees soften into delicate, lace-like silhouettes you can see right through, balanced by the lively shimmer of the sea below. Coastal Echoes holds onto that airy, luminous moment where land, light, and water meet.
Ignite came out of a visit to the West Coast, where I stood mesmerized by the sheer, magnetic power of the surging sea. Inspired by that raw energy, I built dramatic contrasts and bold, sweeping marks that drive upward across the canvas. I wanted to capture that energy when wind and ocean collide, holding onto that moment where nature leaves you in awe.
By building up layers of paint, I wanted to contrast the weight of the dark bluff against the ethereal, shifting mist. It’s an exploration of atmosphere—the way the landscape both reveals itself and retreats into the fog, creating a moment of profound, quiet stillness.
Sometimes, words fail to capture the true power and beauty of the sea. In creating Immersion, I moved away from what I saw and began painting exclusively how I felt.
I became so deeply immersed in the experience of the water—the salt air, the shifting horizon, and the weight of the tide—that the process became a language of its own. This piece is an invitation to step away from the shore and lose yourself in that same fluid energy. It isn't a map of a place, but a record of a feeling: the quiet, all-encompassing strength of being truly at one with the ocean.
This vibrant seascape is a playful and deeply personal 'love letter to the sea. The delicate, scribbled script integrated into the foreground serves as a literal, calligraphic inscription of affection. The sails on the horizon are typical of my work indicating sailboats. They are in conversation with the sea.
Watch the sea right after a storm, and you can feel the exact moment the churning surf begins to surrender to the tide. Prelude to Stillness captures that brief, restorative pause as the ocean settles into calm, holding onto that gentle return to peace.
The ocean doesn't just move; it carves its own path. To capture that unyielding spirit, I moved away from a literal seascape and let pure, abstract energy take over. Thick, decisive arcs of white cut straight through deep oceanic blues and vibrant greens. It leaves behind the recognizable shape of a swell to focus entirely on the raw, physical momentum of the water itself.
The sea changes in a flash, shifting from steady swells to explosive energy. To chase that intensity, I built turbulent, chaotic layers of paint to mirror the water's sudden transformation. It’s a deeply active piece that pulls you straight into the thrilling, raw feeling of the coast, capturing the ocean's mood rather than just its shape.
Standing at the water's edge, it’s hard to ignore the absolute pull of what lies beyond. In this piece, the shadowed ruggedness of the shoreline gives way to a brilliant, light-filled passage to reveal a gateway to the open sea. For us, passing through that gap means our vacation has officially started, with nothing but open water and distance ahead.
Every morning, I look out across the water to a familiar little dip in the landscape on Keats Island. There is something deeply reassuring about starting the day with a favorite, unchanging view. Morning View is about that shared comfort—whether this specific island holds a place in your heart, or it simply reminds you of your own quiet spot to take a breath.
In this piece, I wanted to capture that moment of raw collision — water driving into rock, spray rising, energy released. It’s the pulse of the sea made visible, the impact that leaves its mark long after the wave recedes. This one is framed in a rustic burl oak float frame.