"Comfort & Joy" — watercolour on paper, 25" x 30", custom framed with a double mat.
A nostalgic still life of neatly folded quilts, this piece welcomes you with a warm, homey feeling. The quilts are rendered in a rich holiday palette of greens, reds, and whites. Floral and geometric patterns sit side by side: simple repeats alongside leafy and floral details that add subtle refinement without fuss.
Careful shading and precise brushwork give each quilt a believable, tactile quality—soft folds, layered edges, the gentle weight of fabric. The composition has a quiet three-dimensional presence that invites a closer look at the stitching-like marks and pattern overlaps.
Comfort & Joy turns familiar household quilts into a comforting scene that feels both personal and timeless, perfect for anyone who remembers the calm of wrapped-up evenings and family gatherings.
"Comfort & Joy" — watercolour on paper, 25" x 30", custom framed with a double mat.
A nostalgic still life of neatly folded quilts, this piece welcomes you with a warm, homey feeling. The quilts are rendered in a rich holiday palette of greens, reds, and whites. Floral and geometric patterns sit side by side: simple repeats alongside leafy and floral details that add subtle refinement without fuss.
Careful shading and precise brushwork give each quilt a believable, tactile quality—soft folds, layered edges, the gentle weight of fabric. The composition has a quiet three-dimensional presence that invites a closer look at the stitching-like marks and pattern overlaps.
Comfort & Joy turns familiar household quilts into a comforting scene that feels both personal and timeless, perfect for anyone who remembers the calm of wrapped-up evenings and family gatherings.
This painting was awarded an Honourable Mention at the Arts Carleton Place - Spring Fling in March 2023, recognizing its unique expression and artistic merit.
