Being raised on the coast of Vancouver Island, I was immersed in the natural culture of the ocean early in life. I had many opportunities to travel and explore by sea much of the coastline of North America mostly by sailboat or salmon packer in which I developed a deep connection and admiration for this coast. The rugged shores, ocean swells, hardy forest fringes, mountain vistas, starry nights, dynamic daily changes in light and weather, secluded beaches… a rugged, yet fragile landscape makes up the environment I call home. We are all tethered to nature and must respect who and what we are, and this in essence has become the inspiration behind my work. 

 

West Coast Wild is what I call my personal work. I often create prints and cards and sell them online, in selected shops and galleries across British Columbia. 

 

More can be seen at www.clairevictoria.art or follow along on instagram @clairevictoria.art