I paint landscapes, with acrylics, on canvas. When I try to think why, I’m stymied. Until I start to paint. Then I get still and focussed. I find energy in the work. I enjoy it and am restored by it. Painting focusses me on the beauty of the natural world.

Earth is a meaner place these days. When immigration and crime are top issues, the grasp is fear. The gap between the rich and the poor is getting wider and wider. One man can launch hundreds of satellites into space and dream of colonizing Mars, while we ignore the plight of so many in our global community.

In such a world does my painting matter? Does it make a difference? I am pestered by this question.

On Galiano so many volunteer their energy to build our inter-connections and our joy.  The Saturday Market, Soup & Bread Mondays, Jamborees, Craft Fairs, plays and musical events, all just sparkle with fun, and good will. And those who build and maintain our public lands, forest trails and beach accesses give people like me views to paint! I look at the calendar in the Active Page and am indebted to the organizers of these activities. Thank you to all of you! I am grateful to live here.

I hope these paintings lift spirits, energy and optimism.

Please join me for Tea and Nibbles at the Opening of my show on Wednesday, February 5, 2025 from 5 – 7 PM.

Susan Lambert,

lambert8404@gmail.com