“Joanne Thomson is a full-time visual artist who lives in Victoria, British Columbia. Working primarily in watercolour, Joanne is currently working on paper again and has previously worked to push the limits of the medium to create large works on canvas. Her quiet and contemplative approach to art making is evident in her landscapes, illustrations and in the Bottled series. She describes her works as ‘strong images created gently’. Thomson holds a Masters degree in Adult Education (MAdEd) and loves to teach, encouraging her students to explore the creative process through research and experimentation with art making. "

This photograph was taken by my Mom in one of the many regional parks in Victoria that are sanctuaries for the Garry Oak ecosystems - one of my favourite subjects to paint and illustrate.