Caia Rotman, Peggy | ARTonBOXES

My landscape is inspired by my time spent in Nova Scotia. I went on several trips to see the stunning province when I used to visit my dad at work. I took many landscape photos each time, including my reference for this piece. I experimented with acrylic paints to obtain a satisfying stylized look reminiscent of paintings by the Group of Seven. I was inspired by the Group's use of more simplified forms to capture the atmosphere of a setting, as well as their use of colour. I love exaggerating colours, and I think that the more experimental colour scheme here effectively complements the abstract forms while keeping each element distinct and visible.