COLLEEN J DYSON AFCA SCA
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  • Galleries
  • Floral Galleries
    • Hemerocallis Series
    • Asteraceae Series
    • Rosaceae Series
    • Helianthus Series
    • Leucanthemum Series
    • Papaver Series
    • Other florals
  • Landscape Galleries
    • Seascapes and Boats
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    • Farms and Buildings
    • Costa Rica Series
    • Vineyards
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BOATS AND SEASCAPES

I think I have become obsessed with water. I may do a couple of landscapes or a floral, but I always seem to come back to boats and water.  I wonder why that is....?
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Sails at Rest VII
SOLD
Several sailboats are docked in a calm body of water, with their reflections beautifully captured on the water's surface. The boats and the water are depicted with great attention to detail, showing a peaceful and serene scene.
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Sails at Rest VI
36x24 oil
2250
Award of Excellence OASIS 2022
This piece depicts sailboats docked in calm water, with their reflections vividly rendered on the water's surface. The background showcases lush greenery and mountains, enhancing the serene and tranquil atmosphere.
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Sails at Rest V 
24x18  oil 
1200

​Honourable Mention TNSC 2022
 The overall composition captures the serenity and activity of the marina environment.​
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Sails at Rest IV
24x18 oil
1200
Honourable Mention TNSC 2023
The overall composition is harmonious, highlighting the peacefulness of a marina nestled in nature.
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Sails at Rest III
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Sails at Rest II
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Sails at Rest
36x24 oil
2250
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Honourable Mention   
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Day's End III 
36x18  oil 

1800
​First Place NOFCA 2024
The water mirrors the boats and the vibrant hues of the sky, enhancing the tranquil and picturesque quality of the scene. The painting beautifully captures the calm and reflective atmosphere of a marina at dusk.
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Day's End 
36x24  oil 
2250
Second Place TNSC

​Gold Award FCA-COC  
Several boats are docked closely together, their masts and rigging creating vertical lines against the backdrop of misty, forested hills. The water in the foreground creates a reflective surface, capturing the intricate reflections of the boats and masts. The mixture of calm water and detailed boat designs gives the painting a serene yet dynamic feel. The colors are predominantly cool tones, with shades of blue, white, and neutral hues, accentuating the peaceful nature of the harbor. The painting skillfully combines precision in depicting the boats with fluidity in the water reflections.
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Moored
 24x18 oil 
1200

​First Place TNSC 2021
The meticulous attention to detail and use of light and shadow bring a realistic quality to the scene, evoking a sense of peacefulness and quietude typical of an early morning or late afternoon at the harbor.
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Quathiaski Cove 
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Little Salt  24x18  oil   1200
The reflection of the boats and dock are beautifully captured on the rippling water, showcasing a skillful use of light and shadow with an array of blues, whites, and darker hues. The entire scene maintains a calm and tranquil atmosphere, emphasizing the peacefulness of a dockside location.
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Misty Harbour  24x18  oil   1200
The artwork depicts a serene, bustling marina filled with various boats docked at wooden piers. The boats, varying in size and style, are tightly packed together, creating a vibrant scene of nautical activity. The water reflects the boats and the wooden posts, capturing the rippling effect of the water. In the background, a lush, green, mist-covered hillside provides a natural and calming contrast to the busy marina. The colors are rich and varied, with hues of blue, green, brown, and white dominating the scene, conveying a sense of tranquility and dynamic life at the marina.
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Saltspring Island Series III   
SOLD
​Third Place TNSC