This painting painted outdoors at Lighthouse Park in West Vancouver marks a significant moment in my early en plein air journey. Initially, the thought of having an audience nearby made me a little nervous, so I sought out a hard to reach spot, hoping to paint undisturbed. To my surprise, a curious young family soon found their way to my perch. What started as an unexpected encounter transformed into a delightful exchange. I was touched watching the parents encourage their children to climb about, and soon, the kids settled in nearby, sharing stories with me as I painted.

This memorable experience not only resulted in one of my favourite plein air pieces to date but also taught me to embrace the heartwarming encounters that come with painting outdoors."

This artwork is available at Stockhome Design in Vancouver. Please visit to view in person!