Canadiana

Susan Schaefer's Canadiana collection opened at the Bayside Oceanside Resort in Parksville, BC, on January 3, 2024. It showcased twenty-one breathtaking paintings representing Canada's diverse geography and natural beauty.

The Oceanside Arts Council facilitated this first solo exhibition at the Bayside Gallery, making it a highly anticipated event for art enthusiasts and collectors. Schaefer's Canadiana collection results from 18 months of dedicated work, covering a distance of 18,000 km and includes all ten provinces and three territories. Each painting in the collection captures the essence and uniqueness of its respective region, offering viewers a visual journey from coast to coast.

Schaefer's passion for painting landscapes is evident in the emotional connection she establishes with her subjects. The Canadiana collection represents a personal and fascinating journey for the artist, who explains, "Each new painting made me feel a stronger connection to my country. This is the most ambitious collection of work I've created."

The collection reflects her love for Canada and its people: "From coast to coast, each province is unique but tied together with a sense of quiet dignity and kindness, which is truly the Canadian way."

The Canadiana collection debuted on June 28th, 2023, at the Weyburn Arts Gallery in Saskatchewan, where it garnered critical acclaim and captivated audiences with its stunning portrayals of Canadian landscapes.