Graeme Shaw

Ridge Watchers by Graeme Shaw reflects a summer landscape inspired by the high elevations of the Rocky Mountains, where trees struggle and adapt to harsh alpine conditions. These resilient trees, shaped by wind, snow, and elevation, become central figures within a vast mountain environment.

Painted in oil with a blockier application of paint, Shaw emphasizes structure, atmosphere, and the quiet endurance of life at high altitude. The work reflects his early experiences growing up in Alberta and his enduring connection to the mountain landscapes of Western Canada.