Free standing sculptures

This one of a kind sculpture combines the strength of a windswept pine contrasted against a vibrant autumn tree line.  A number of white birches surrounded by the calm waters below, seem to be embraced by the stronger pine as they hold firm to their granite base.  The pink granite originates from the Utterson area in the heart of Muskoka.  Its subtle tones allow the dark roots of the pine to contrast as they make their way to the sustaining waters below.  All of these elements combine to create an island setting that dreams are made of.

How do you measure the passing of three decades of memories on an island gem?  You recall the second and third generations of visitors who now call you friends.  Children, followed by six grandchildren continue to fill your hearts with love and joy as they breathe new life into our appreciation of nature’s wonders.  A man’s love of flight has assured that he was keeping it level, and always had his eyes on the horizon.  She has been kind and caring, and always in tune to other’s feelings in her work and in her play.  As you sit quietly on the deck of Cabin #4 at ice-out, or at sunset’s glow, rejoice in a job well done, and give thanks for all who have contributed to your immeasurable collection of warm and life changing island memories.

As the sun rises and sets, we journey together.

This collector piece is one out of a growing edition that I started creating in 2016. You will notice that the edition number and the artist’s signature is engraved on the back of the kayak, so as more pieces are created in the Kayak Series in the future, the lower edition numbers will translate to an increase in value with the passage of time.

This is the 13th sculpture in my Kayak Series.