The brilliant October colours of Algonquin fade away, and leave a more austere palette of rock and pines. The cooler winds of November begin to blow, and remind us all that soon the land will be transformed by a blanket of white. We stand and reflect in admiration and respect for days past, under the watchful eye of November’s shadows.
Back to the Artwork pageThe brilliant October colours of Algonquin fade away, and leave a more austere palette of rock and pines. The cooler winds of November begin to blow, and remind us all that soon the land will be transformed by a blanket of white. We stand and reflect in admiration and respect for days past, under the watchful eye of November’s shadows.
More than one hundred years have passed over Achray landscapes. A guardian of the land, entrusted to protect the pillars of the forest, ventured along Grand Lake shores in search of inspiration. Across the waters of Carcajou Bay, violet horizons roll in serpentine rhythms, while foreground branches bow in sunbathed splendor. He ensured his dependent lived forever in his oil sketch, as rocky shores, pristine waters, and windswept Pines were the culmination of Thomson’s Jack Pine visions.
Paddle strokes heard through the morning mist foreshadow an artist in search of inspiration. Algonquin presents its gifts to all who are willing to receive. Some see landscapes in vibrant colours and bold brushstrokes, while others pass without thought. Be a painter with your presence. Protect the forest, and guide others to respect its treasures. Move slowly, and absorb the vistas before you. Take pause from devices that distract, and discover your inner Thomson.
A young Tom Thomson living in urban surrounds, sought solitude in the majestic bluffs of Scarborough. Venturing further east he explored the calm of a lake named Scugog, where inspiration lead to the creation of Near Lake Scugog and Evening Lake Scugog. His gaze is distant, while his four legged companion’s is inward. Was this a sign of his bold interpretations of future northern landscapes? Look inward at your accomplishments and interactions that have proven to be a positive influence on the world, but also look ahead with determination and creativity for a future rich with a canvas filled with vibrant brush strokes. Could these be the lessons of Reflections of Thomson?
Daylight fades over cool waters, as ripples change to glass.
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