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Join us for a wonderful Saturday art afternoon. Starting with a festive spring reception for Hilary Farmer's new exhibition "Into the Woods, At The Edge of the Sea" | 2-4pm, followed by her artist talk 4-5pm. Drinks & Appies as always!

"The landscape here is my muse. From the tree canopy of Elder Cedar to the shoreline at Drumbeg, from a piece of lichen dropped on the forest floor to the curious texture of sandstone at the Malaspina Gallery. Gabriola is full of inspiration everywhere my eyes turn. Pausing to linger for a longer look is always rewarded by yet more inspiration. There is pleasure in the shifting reflections of clouds crossing a pond or the dazzling light dancing on a tidal pool. And if I’m very lucky the wild creatures who share this special place will show themselves …then they’re gone leaving a soft touch on my soul to remember them by and share in my painting.

This series also follows an evolution in medium and technique. Most of these paintings were begun with a black ink under-painting of washes and mark-making adding to the final depth and texture of each piece.

 

- Hilary Farmer