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Artworks on Canvas › Where they belong

Where they belong

$1,730.00

Where They Belong

Some things are beautiful because they remind us of where they belong.

Where They Belong was inspired by the deep connection between wildlife and the natural environments they call home. Along Canada's West Coast, the ocean is more than a landscape; it is a living world, shared with extraordinary creatures whose presence reminds us of the importance of protecting what is wild and free.

At the heart of this painting is an orca, surrounded by the atmospheric beauty of the coastal landscape. Misty surroundings, rugged shoreline elements and the rich natural tones of the Pacific Northwest create a sense of place where land, water and wildlife exist in harmony.

While creating this piece, I wanted to capture more than the beauty of an orca. I wanted to express a simple but meaningful thought: every creature belongs somewhere, and that place should be respected. The ocean belongs to those who call it home, and wildlife deserves the freedom to live undisturbed in its natural environment.

More than a celebration of the West Coast, Where They Belong is a reflection on freedom, belonging and our responsibility to preserve the extraordinary natural world around us. Perhaps the things we choose to surround ourselves with should remind us of what truly matters.

Signed original oil painting

Dated November 2026

Medium: Oil on canvas

Size: 24 x 36 inches (60.9 x 91.4 cm)

Canvas depth: 1.5 inches (3.81 cm)

Painting continues around all four sides of the canvas; no additional frame required.

UV protection varnish

Certificate of authenticity included.

Where They Belong

Some things are beautiful because they remind us of where they belong.

Where They Belong was inspired by the deep connection between wildlife and the natural environments they call home. Along Canada's West Coast, the ocean is more than a landscape; it is a living world, shared with extraordinary creatures whose presence reminds us of the importance of protecting what is wild and free.

At the heart of this painting is an orca, surrounded by the atmospheric beauty of the coastal landscape. Misty surroundings, rugged shoreline elements and the rich natural tones of the Pacific Northwest create a sense of place where land, water and wildlife exist in harmony.

While creating this piece, I wanted to capture more than the beauty of an orca. I wanted to express a simple but meaningful thought: every creature belongs somewhere, and that place should be respected. The ocean belongs to those who call it home, and wildlife deserves the freedom to live undisturbed in its natural environment.

More than a celebration of the West Coast, Where They Belong is a reflection on freedom, belonging and our responsibility to preserve the extraordinary natural world around us. Perhaps the things we choose to surround ourselves with should remind us of what truly matters.

Signed original oil painting

Dated November 2026

Medium: Oil on canvas

Size: 24 x 36 inches (60.9 x 91.4 cm)

Canvas depth: 1.5 inches (3.81 cm)

Painting continues around all four sides of the canvas; no additional frame required.

UV protection varnish

Certificate of authenticity included.


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