A Guiding Light
Acrylic on 18” x 24” gallery canvas
Inspired by the power of Lake Huron’s waves and the shifting beauty of its sunsets, this painting explores the relationship between strength, light, and the quiet guidance we find in unexpected places…
Painting this was an exciting experience as I worked to capture the power of the waves and the interplay of strength and beauty in the sky. The lighthouse was the final element I added. It offered a sense of stability and permanence against the ever‑changing shapes of the clouds and the lake.
As I was completing the finishing touches, I realized there were two sources of light in the scene. The lighthouse provides earthly guidance, warning ships of the dangers of approaching land. The sun, though partially hidden behind clouds, shines through with a stronger, more ambiguous light — overpowering the lighthouse in several ways.
Everyone will see their own metaphors in this painting. My interpretation is meaningful to me, but however you experience it is yours to hold.
This painting will be on display in the Owen Sound library along with others from my collection, in July and August 2026
acryllic on gallery canvas 18″ x 24″ 2026
Will be shown at the Owen Sound Library July and August and up for sale at the Lion’s Head Highschool Art Show, fundraising for bursaries for students planning to attend post-secondary education in the Arts.
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