I was working on a new series for an upcoming show when I decided to clear my head with a quick walk. That “20-minute break” turned into almost two hours of wandering along the Rideau Canal. I came home with pockets full of brilliant orange leaves and the feeling that fall in Ottawa had somehow paused itself—like the colours were suspended in time just long enough for us to really see them.

Back in the studio, I did what most artists do when inspiration hits: I pushed aside the pieces I was working on and started this one instead.

This is Fall Walk Along the Rideau Canal—a celebration of that moment of calm, colour, and unexpected inspiration.

This piece is looking for its next home. If it speaks to you, let me know.

Either way, I’d love to hear what you think.