After many years of canoeing in my life and some epic journeys under my paddle I am grateful to hundreds of people who have helped me enjoy some fantastic experiences on the west coast of Canada. Pulling together with family, friends and acquaintances is part of those incredible memories. My longest trip in a canoe was 1700 kilometers in twenty nine days. The coldest dip in the ocean after capsizing with my son, Gord was in February at -5 degrees celsius. One year I received a Silver medal of Bravery from the Royal Life Saving Society for a canoe rescue of some unfortunate canoeists near Tofino, B.C.  

The canoe in this inspiration is a familiar one that can be seen tied up at the Tofino waterfront. Old westcoasters will be familiar with the waterfront sunset and the beauty of the west coast canoe form. 

The serene moments of twilight on the westcoast echo a time I've come to in my life when I enjoy more peace and tranquility than ever before. I am thankful for this life, I live in one of the most beautiful places, on earth.

Thank you Chris for your inspiration.

 

Edition Date: August 2007
Artist: Roy Henry Vickers
Medium: Original Print
Image Size: 13" x 18.5"
Framed Size: 21" x 26.5"
Edition Size: 100

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