BEFORE THE WIND Size:20 X 20 in. his work explores the relationship

his work explores the relationship between nature and spirituality

The animal pieces are illustrations of Native people's profound respect for all life not just the human version

sweeping strokes create texture and relief on the surface and paint is layered and scraped

and personality of animals

A master of design

BEFORE THE WIND Size:20 X 20 in. his work explores the relationshipCanadian artist Richard Cole, based in Vancouver, BC, is celebrated for his ambient landscape paintings that capture the dramatic beauty of the Northwest Coast and Canadian Prairies. Trained at the Alberta College of Art and Design, Cole blends figurative realism with masterful use of light, colour, and perspective to create atmospheric works that evoke mood, tension, and the sublime in nature. His paintings are a beautiful and contemplative addition