Rain Forest

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Rain Forest

Framed print (16×20”) – black frame, black mat

I am originally from Ontario, but quickly came to love our BC rain forests. The lush greens, the mosses, ferns & fungi. Such a rich & vibrant eco system. Did you know that it takes 150 years for forest debris and fallen trees to create ¼ inch of soil?

Years ago, I was a member of the Chilliwack Watershed Alliance. This is where I came to appreciate the importance and the wonder of our magnificent forests, flora & fauna.
My eyes find emotional comfort in scene’s like this – where I can sigh in relief to be surrounded by such astounding beauty. This image taken in 2014 says it all for me.

ABOUT VICKIE

I am a visual artist and educator living in Rosedale with 3 dogs & one cat.  To express my creativity, I use photography. Consequently, I belong to several local artists’ and photography groups. These include the Chilliwack Visual Artists Association, since 2009 and the Abbotsford Photo Arts Club since 1996.

I teach entry level photography at the Chilliwack Cultural Center. In the summer, I co-ordinate the photography team for the Harrison Festival of the Arts.

My work has been displayed many places in the Fraser Valley. The O’Connor Art Gallery, Chilliwack Museum, the Royal Hotel, the Chilliwack Regional District office and the Chilliwack Art Room. In Abbotsford, the Kariton House Gallery and the Art & Wine Walk. As well as the Mission Art Gallery and Harrison Festival of the Arts

I have been published internationally in calendars, (Prospera Credit Union & Multi-faith). And magazines (Bluegrass North).

My fine art images are inspired by the world before me. Allowing me to see the marvelous in the mundane, the magic in a moment. Then share my vision with the viewer.

Above all, a passion for portraiture emerged when I recognized a desire to reveal their own personal ‘beauty’. Certainly, to embrace and celebrate the amazing person they are, at any age!  The portraits I create are not just about a pretty face and nice lighting. Your shoot should reflect your story, to show you as you are, or how you wish to be!