Stillness

"Stillness" -UNFRAMED
11x14 inches | Mixed Media (Caran d'Ache Neocolor II & Ink)
2026

A quiet encounter overlooking East Kelowna, captured in a moment of rare connection. This original 11" × 14" portrait drawing frames a deer standing peacefully against a backdrop of heavy, low-hanging mountain clouds. Created on vibrant orange paper, the piece relies on a striking contrast of deep, heavy blues for the shadows, balanced by the dry, sun-baked yellow and earthy green tones of a valley recovering from its driest wildfire season. A subtle, earthy red weaves throughout the composition, bringing a sudden, vivid warmth to the landscape.
This drawing captures a fleeting memory from a vacation in British Columbia—the profound stillness of being completely immersed in nature, where the wildlife didn’t flee, but stayed, perfectly comfortable in our presence. It brings a grounded, atmospheric, and deeply peaceful energy to any room, serving as a reminder of resilience and quiet trust.