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Year of the legend
Guitar

Year of the legend

"YEAR OF THE LEGEND" - 24" X 40" - Acrylic and mixed techniques on wood. This artwork celebrates the 50th birthday of a great man. Embedded within the layers of paint, you can discern several items significant to his journey. This piece briefly recounts the early days of our ROCK 'N' ROLL musician. To highlight this phase, I direct your attention to the speedboat, showing the fifty-year-old's affinity for water sports. If you look closely through the water supporting it, you'll find the first names of those with whom he began his musical ventures. Here, we’re talking about his close…

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November 18, 2023
Prochaine Étape
Bike

Prochaine Étape

PROCHAINE ÉTAPE (next stage in French) - 40" X 30" - Acrylics and mixed media on wood. Hello everyone!  Alors voilà une grande surprise Bernard! This is my version of a racing bike.  It may not be the one that will accompany you in winning Le Tour de France, but it is one that will keep you on the edge of your seat for decades to come. This creation celebrates our almost-retired president or Amundi, Bernard Vives. Embedded within the layers of paint, you will find several items from Mr. Vives’ intensely colourful career. On the frame of the bicycle,…

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October 24, 2023
ENSIEME
fish

ENSIEME

ENSIEME - 20” x 12” - Acrylic and mixed media on wood. This customized canvas celebrates a small family from North Hatley (see reference) who lives just a short walk from our place. Embedded within the layers of paint, you will discern several items that are unique to them. At first glance, you'll find numerous references to cycling and wine. Notice an article from the Vélo-Québec magazine telling the history of cycling in la belle province. Also, uncover the labels of the renowned wines Barolo and Villa Antinori, which are among their favorites. The word BEST represents not only the…

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October 11, 2023
Balsam Fir Candle: Capturing the Essence of North Hatley’s Natural Beauty
Candle

Balsam Fir Candle: Capturing the Essence of North Hatley’s Natural Beauty

Embrace the Enchantment of the Forest Experience Nature's Tranquility with 'Balade en Forêt' Painting and Balsam Fir-Scented Candle Discover the serene beauty of nature right in your own home with our exclusive 'Balade en Forêt' painting by North Hatley artist Marc Samson. This captivating forest landscape transports you into the heart of an enchanting woodland, evoking a sense of peace and tranquility. And to enhance your sensory experience, we've paired this exquisite artwork with a balsam fir-scented candle. Painting: Balade en Forêt 🌿 'Balade en Forêt' by Marc Samson: Immerse yourself in the beauty of nature with this remarkable forest…

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September 22, 2023
Fleurs et Tourterelle
Flowers

Fleurs et Tourterelle

FLEURS ET TOURTERELLE – 30″ x 40“ - Acrylic and mixed media on woodA bouquet composed of hydrangeas, hortensias, lys, carnations, roses and other crazy ones that I couldn’t even describe. The mourning dove is one of the common species here in North Hatley.Textures: Plaster and my mother-in-law’s fabrics. 

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August 10, 2023
Go Vélo
Bike / fish

Go Vélo

GO VÉLO – 20″ X 12″ - Acrylic and mixed media on wood This sunfish honours the cycling enthusiasts. Textures: Vélo-Québec magazine articles, Quebec cartoonist Michel Rabagliati sketch, Quebec gin label ROMÉO, Superman logo, tissu de ma belle-mère, etc.

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August 10, 2023
Place au cirque
Owls

Place au cirque

PLACE AU CIRQUE – 18″ X 24″ - Acrylic and mixed media on wood Believe it or not, this character is part of our new circus in town.Textures: Newspaper articles (1949), magazine VIVRE PARIS articles, Quebec city region map,  Superman logo, Campbell’s soup, etc.

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August 10, 2023
Big Girls Need Big Diamonds
Faces

Big Girls Need Big Diamonds

BIG GIRLS NEED BIG DIAMONDS – 36″ X 48″ - Acrylic and mixed media on wood Born in 1932, Elizabeth Taylor left quite a legacy behind her.  Other than her extensive diamond collection (see her quote: BIG GIRLS NEED BIG DIAMONDS).  The lady with violet eyes played in over 60 movies during her career.  Please find on the painting “Who’s afraid of Virginia Woolf" for which she won an Oscar in 1967. She got married 8 times (8 X) with 7 men, twice with Richard Burton (discover her 7 husbands on the hand of the star).  Also, notice the name…

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August 9, 2023
Night Owl
Owls

Night Owl

NIGHT OWL – 18″ X 24″ - Acrylic and mixed media on wood. This well awakened owl is ready to entertain you all night long. Textures: 1949 Montreal newspaper articles, Quebec’s cartoonist Michel Rebagliati sketch, map of the region, Michelin guide character (Provence) and Batman logo.

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August 9, 2023