27 June, 2026 0 comments Leave a comment

This spring, I was thrilled to learn that two of my watercolour paintings featuring rocky subjects were selected as Finalists in two separate Richeson75 International Art Competitions.

Each of these prestigious competitions typically attracts entries from more than 3,500 artists representing over 70 countries. To have my paintings that were inspired by my country's iconic Canadian Shield selected by the jurors is an incredible honour.

My stone circle painting, We Are All Connected (varnished watercolour on a 24 × 24-inch panel), shown here, was chosen as one of only 75 Finalists in the Still Life & Floral competition held in April. The Finalists' and Winners' paintings are now on permanent online display here. There are some truly outstanding works in the exhibition, so I encourage you to have a look!

Then, in May, The Windy Shore (varnished watercolour on a 20 × 16-inch panel) was selected as one of 75 Finalists in the Richeson75 Landscapes, Seascapes & Architecture competition. This impressive online exhibition will open on July 3 and will remain permanently available to view here.

Artists selected for these two competitions come from Canada, the United States, Italy, France, Spain, Germany, Poland, England, New Zealand, Malaysia, Australia and China. It is both humbling and rewarding to have my work exhibited alongside so many exceptional artists from around the world.

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