Solo Art Show on the East Coast – “Newfoundland Impressions” Opening James Baird Gallery

Opening April 26, 2025, at the James Baird Gallery in Pouch Cove, Newfoundland, is my latest solo exhibition—Newfoundland Impressions—a show nearly two years in the making. Featuring twenty paintings on canvas and wood panel, this body of work reflects my personal stories, experiences, and impressions of Newfoundland.

My journey with Newfoundland began during a 2023 artist residency at the Pouch Cove Foundation. It marked the start of my East Coast explorations—immersing myself in the island’s unique landscapes, culture, and communities. During the residency, I began three large canvases which I later brought back to my Victoria, BC studio to complete. Back on the West Coast, I sifted through hundreds of photos, video clips, and sketches from my time in Newfoundland, using them as inspiration for new work.

In 2024, I focused intensely on this series—translating these rich experiences onto canvas and wood panel using vivid acrylics and oils. By the end of the year, I had completed twenty works that captured the spirit of Newfoundland, ready to be shown together in this deeply personal exhibition.

Now, back in Pouch Cove in the lead-up to the opening, I’m seeing how these paintings truly embody the essence of my time here. From the brightly painted homes of Trinity to the historic buildings of St. John’s; from the dories and boats of Petty Harbour and Quidi Vidi to the iconic lighthouses of Cape Spear and Bonavista—each painting tells a story. There are impressions of the wild Atlantic, geologically rich coastlines, and even symbolic expressions through clothing. I’ve painted moose, icebergs, and captured the fierce, unforgettable winds of this rugged coast.

Newfoundland Impressions is my love letter to this province—an artistic celebration of its place, people, and power. In addition to the twenty works in the show, I’m continuing the series with five new paintings currently in progress in my Pouch Cove studio.

I’m eager to share these works with the community that inspired them, and especially curious to see how they resonate with Newfoundlanders themselves.

The show opens April 26, 2025, from 2–5 PM at the James Baird Gallery, 14 Gruchy’s Hill, Pouch Cove, Newfoundland. I’d love to see you there.