BR #024-2355 BOW RIVER

BR #024-2355 BOW RIVERLes Thomas is a Canadian contemporary artist known for his striking wildlife and occasional figurative paintings. Using oil and metallic paints, he creates textured, layered compositions that capture the spirit, movement, and personality of animals. His work transforms natural and cultural scenes into dynamic, collectible contemporary fine art. Thomas wildlife art highlights the majesty and spirit of Canadian animals, from bears to mountain goats,

” encouraging viewers to slow down and engage with detail and texture much like observing the natural world

Ningiukulu has been one of Kinngait studio’s most celebrated artists

almost abstract sensibility

Thick layers of oil paint (impasto) are applied with a knife instead of a brush

and intricate open-face vessels that combine technical mastery with a deep artistic vision

She has transformed her sketches into vibrant paintings that explore mountains through delicate lines

the scenes feel distilled

and a meaningful connection to the Kwakwaka’wakw way of life

his pieces bring energy

With a background in design from the University of Alberta

based in Surrey

and the people's place in it