Studio Notes: November
“Cox Bay Lookout” Watercolor Landscape Art Print
Just as September brought the rhythm of routine and stability, October brought chaos and unpredictability. Alberta public schools went on strike and my children were home with me for three and a half whole weeks, without the ability to really work on their school responsibilities, or the freedom to escape on summer vacation. It's funny to see the different personalities of my children during this time. One of my boys shaved his head, painted his room and spent most of his time rotting in bed. The other one went for a cold plunge in the river almost every day, build a fort in the woods, and read about 8 books. My youngest tried to sneak screen time almost every hour of the day, tagged along outside with his older brother, and my house was a complete disaster! My oldest boys are both in grade 12, and it will definitely be stressful for them to complete all of their work.
I'm patting myself on the back because even with the uprooting of my work schedule, I was able to release The Wild Pacific Collection, and a new print! I'm counting it a big win.
This poem feels so appropriate for this season of my life right now. Maybe it should feel this way forever.
“Clearing”
by Martha Postlethwaite
Do not try to serve
the whole world
or do anything grandiose.
Instead, create
a clearing
in the dense forest
of your life
and wait there
patiently,
until the song
that is yours alone to sing
falls into your open cupped hands
and you recognize and greet it.
Only then will you know
how to give yourself
to the world
so worthy of rescue.
November is a notoriously busy month in and out of the studio, so this newsletter will be packed with important information and dates.
Mount Rundle overlooking Bow Falls in Banff National Park
What you can look forward to in November:
Millarville Christmas Market: November 6 - 9th
The Gift Shop reopens on November 12th
Three original winter mountain paintings in gouache
Printed Ceramic Ornaments
A Small Collection of Hand Painted Ceramic Ornaments (these sell very quickly)
My biggest print sale of the year!
Banff Christmas Market: November 28 - 30th
Collection Release dates are still to be determined so please check back regularly for announcements. Your inbox is the best place to stay in the loop to shop early. If you’re not on my email list, join here.
Hand Painted Ornaments and New Original Winter Landscape Paintings
I'm excited to participate in 2 new-to-me Christmas Markets this year! Both Millarville and Banff Christmas Markets are big and magical and should cast a larger audience for my work.
I will have a collection of ornaments, originals, greeting cards, and so many prints.
I would love to see you there!
Watercolor Landscape Painting on Birch of Lake Louise in Banff National Park
If you're looking for something a little more custom for someone really special in your life, I have 2 options available for you:
Custom Ornaments
A Commissioned Painting (for someone very special)
Availability for each of these items is limited and should be considered quickly before the rush of the holiday season. I always get messages requesting commissioned paintings for your loved ones close to the holidays. You truly are the STAR of Christmas magic, but I need time to communicate with you back and forth to create something truly breathtaking. I only have 2 spaces available for custom original paintings. If you have questions, please feel free to reach out.
It's the perfect time to stock up on cards for the holiday's. You can find a collection of my greeting cards here: (click on the image below)
4 Seasons in the Canadian Rockies landscape art card set
November's Featured Original:
“Lost in this Moment”
Venturing to the Coast brings a sense of nostalgic energy. Magic found in ever-changing light reflecting off the pacific ocean, searching for sea creatures in endless tide pools, listening to soft, rhythmic waves, the scent of the lush forest bathed in rainwater, and rugged rocky trails covered in the security of towering cedar trees.
Sweet, blissful peace that can only be found in nature. These are the feelings I wish to share with you and your sacred spaces. This painting was created to reflect the blissful peace felt tucked away in the security of Canada’s West Coast. This is my interpretation of the vibrant sunsets on the coastal region of Tofino, BC.
“Lost in this Moment” Original Coastal Landscape Painting inspired by Tofino, BC
November's Featured Print:
"Cox Bay Lookout"
This print was inspired by the Cox Bay Lookout in Tofino, BC. This print holds the quiet peace and solitude of a vibrant sunset from a coastal mountain view. As the sun dips low, casting golden light and long shadows, a cool ocean breeze carries the calm of the coast—inviting you to pause, breathe, and bask in awe.This piece was painted to evoke peace, warmth, and the quiet joy of the Canadian West Coast.
Art has a way of capturing a place in time, transporting you to a specific location, offering reverence to nature's beauty, and bringing nature's abundant peace and calm into your personal sanctuary.
“Cox Bay Lookout” Coastal Watercolor Landscape Art Print
Please put in your orders early to allow for longer shipping times this time of year, and with the change in duties/tariffs, as well as the extended Canada Post Strike. Fortunately artwork continues to ship duty free, and I have other shipping alternatives to Canada Post. It's not easy running a small business in this ever changing political climate.
Thank you for sticking with me to the end. I hope this wasn't too overwhelming. I'll be in touch with details for each exciting offer soon!
I look forward to the hustle and bustle preparing for the holiday season and sharing so many beautiful things with you. Thank you for allowing me the space and ability to support my family with the things I create.
I wish you the best this season. Thank you for your abundant support!
xo, Rebecca