“Watercolour Explorations : The Polar Regions and Canada’s West Coast Great Bear Rainforest with David McEown”
Embark on an artistic journey with award-winning artist David McEown as he guides you through the landscapes of the Arctic, Antarctica, and Canada’s West Coast wilderness.
Join us for a captivating multimedia presentation as David shares recent stories of wildlife encounters, observations of climate changes, and the artistic challenges he faces while capturing these moment on paper, right there on location.
After the presentation David will share his painting process through watercolour demonstration.
Bio
Canadian artist David McEown has dedicated the past three decades to harnessing the captivating medium of watercolour in his exploration and expression of the Earth’s pristine wilderness. His paintings, spanning from the icy landscapes of Antarctica to the remote reaches of the North Pole, grace collections worldwide. A graduate of the Ontario College of Art and Design, David is an elected member of the Canadian Society of Painters in Watercolour, where he was twice honoured with the prestigious A.J. Casson Medal in 2005 and 2018.
Additionally, David is a Fellow of the Royal Canadian Geographical Society and an active member of the esteemed Explorers Club. His expertise as a sought-after teacher is exemplified by his extensive experience conducting workshops and multimedia presentations for numerous art societies, museums, and expedition voyages. Through these endeavours, he passionately shares his deep reverence for nature and his commitment to the creative artistry of painting.
Explore David’s work and learn more about his artistic journey at www.davidmceown.com.