Big Mama
Big Mama is a painting that captures those moments when we are utterly in awe of nature. The sheer power and grace of these magnificent creatures, lifting tons of weight out of the water with such elegance, is both humbling and inspiring. Big Mama, as she’s affectionately known, is a well-recognized humpback around Vancouver Island. A dear friend shared a captivating article with me about her, which deepened my connection to the name and her story.
This piece is not a realistic portrayal but a gestural interpretation of my admiration for the ocean and its mysteries. It reflects my deep love for the sea, my intrigue with the life within it, and my respect for keeping it untamed and unknown. It’s also a quiet reflection on the sadness I feel for the world's relentless desire to conquer and possess, often leading to destruction.
Through this painting, I hope to express the beauty and power of what should remain free and untouched.
MEDIUM: Oil on gallery wrapped canvas
SURFACE: Wrapped Canvas Canvas, NOT FRAMED. Wired and ready to hang.
SIZE OF PAINTING: 30” x 15”, and 1.5” deep / 76.2 x 38.1 x 3.81
Certificate of authenticity
UV Varnished
Big Mama is a painting that captures those moments when we are utterly in awe of nature. The sheer power and grace of these magnificent creatures, lifting tons of weight out of the water with such elegance, is both humbling and inspiring. Big Mama, as she’s affectionately known, is a well-recognized humpback around Vancouver Island. A dear friend shared a captivating article with me about her, which deepened my connection to the name and her story.
This piece is not a realistic portrayal but a gestural interpretation of my admiration for the ocean and its mysteries. It reflects my deep love for the sea, my intrigue with the life within it, and my respect for keeping it untamed and unknown. It’s also a quiet reflection on the sadness I feel for the world's relentless desire to conquer and possess, often leading to destruction.
Through this painting, I hope to express the beauty and power of what should remain free and untouched.
MEDIUM: Oil on gallery wrapped canvas
SURFACE: Wrapped Canvas Canvas, NOT FRAMED. Wired and ready to hang.
SIZE OF PAINTING: 30” x 15”, and 1.5” deep / 76.2 x 38.1 x 3.81
Certificate of authenticity
UV Varnished
Big Mama is a painting that captures those moments when we are utterly in awe of nature. The sheer power and grace of these magnificent creatures, lifting tons of weight out of the water with such elegance, is both humbling and inspiring. Big Mama, as she’s affectionately known, is a well-recognized humpback around Vancouver Island. A dear friend shared a captivating article with me about her, which deepened my connection to the name and her story.
This piece is not a realistic portrayal but a gestural interpretation of my admiration for the ocean and its mysteries. It reflects my deep love for the sea, my intrigue with the life within it, and my respect for keeping it untamed and unknown. It’s also a quiet reflection on the sadness I feel for the world's relentless desire to conquer and possess, often leading to destruction.
Through this painting, I hope to express the beauty and power of what should remain free and untouched.
MEDIUM: Oil on gallery wrapped canvas
SURFACE: Wrapped Canvas Canvas, NOT FRAMED. Wired and ready to hang.
SIZE OF PAINTING: 30” x 15”, and 1.5” deep / 76.2 x 38.1 x 3.81
Certificate of authenticity
UV Varnished