Over the Rise, 24" x 18”

Over the Rise, 24" x 18”Acrylic on Canvas. 18 x 24 x 1 inches. Living in Nova Scotia presents a glorious opportunity for my husband and family to go on adventures. Duncans Cove changes from season to season, and the rich colours and texture keep us continually inspired. Nova Scotia artist Joanne MacLennan has been an artist her whole life. Raised in both southern and central Alberta, she spent her childhood running through the prickly grasses of the prairies and building

“As a young girl

literally and figuratively

“Another reality” speaks about the most important journey we take

"This painting explores the notion that alignment within oneself is fleeting

The melody of that famous Beatles song kept playing over and over in my head while I painted this landscape

"Chickadees are such sweet little birds

Each piece has been numbered and catalogued appropriately

Together they just exude brightness and joy

I acquired vintage Disney comics and used a star shape punch to create the collage background

understated hues—subtle shades of grey

Deep in the dark of a summer’s night you’ll hear the sounds of crickets chirping in the cooling

leaf shapes and sizes implies a contemporary composition to a very traditional subject matter