Inspired by Nature
When I paint my wish is to capture the beauty of the landscape that surrounds us.
My artwork conveys my own sense of wonder as I contemplate the light, colour and patterns of nature that intersect with us as we move through this world, grounded in nature.
About the Artist
Anne Opavsky is a fine artist working from her Burlington, Ontario studio.
A lifelong artist, Anne has developed a strong rapport with the landscape. Her attention may be captured by a panoramic view of mountain tops, fall leaves peeking into a marsh view, or a spectacular sunset on the way to the grocery store.
Whether traveling near or far Anne keeps an eye out for those moments that evoke a sense of beauty, contentment and sheer happiness and uses them to inspire her work. She is often drawn to the sky, water, and rock that is such a big part of the Canadian experience. Photographic references she snaps and sketches guide her process back in the studio.
Playing with light, colour, and reflection, she interprets her subject by painting in layers in a representational style. Most recently acrylics are her preferred medium, building on experience in drawing and watercolour. She enjoys experimenting with plein air painting, however can get easily distracted just enjoying the views!
The artist exhibits across Ontario, with paintings included in regional juried exhibitions. She is active in the Burlington Fine Arts Association, a member of The Women’s Art Association of Hamilton, and an elected member of the Colour and Form Society.
Time Stands Still While Water Flows
The rocks seem solid and fixed, but a time passes the current wears them down, changing both the shape of the granite and the path of the water.
The Beauty of Impermanence
Day by day leaves change colour, dropping when they are ready. And each day through fall a new and beautiful scene is revealed.
Lush in the Colour Green
Rich Greens and peaceful waterways great you as you head north in Saskatchewan to the boreal marshland and forests. North to the prairies and south of the tundra.
Water Waits
A rocky shore in Muskoka, where on a quiet day the water reflects the surroundings like magic.
Tide Sneaking In (at White Rock)
Looking west from the beach at White Rock, B.C. towards the San Juan Islands and Point Roberts. Despite a rain shower in the distance the water sparkles in the sun.
Water Falls
Water cascading down from rocky shelf to the next level gives a sense of delicate force. Smokey Hollow, Waterdown.
Water Rushes
The energy from this Muskoka creek churning in spring is captivating. Near High Falls, Bracebridge.
Okanagan Spring
There is a delightful contrast in colours and textures surrounding Kelowna that made this such fun to paint.
Vineyard with a View
The sloping hillsides surrounding Okanagan Lake are so relaxing in the golden spring light. And lovely to admire from a winery terrace!
Can You Imagine
The prettiest little waterfalls on a Muskoka hike, that I can’t resist painting. Can you imagine how the water, the light, and the rocks have changed hour by hour and century by century?
Love This Land
A beautiful shadowy trail at the top of the Sea to Sky gondola in BC on a fine September day. Inspired to layer on a transparent Canadian flag merging with the land.
Winter in Town
It snowed and snowed, and tires carved out colourful swirls under the setting sun. On Taylor’s Street in Gravenhurst.
Jasper Trail
On a bright fresh day hiking along Maligne Canyon this very big rock was looking down from above the path. Stunning colours tucked in lush green. Jasper 2023.
A Place in the Sun
Where would you like to sit and watch the world float on by? I found it on lazy day hike along the North branch of the Muskoka River.
Goodnight August
As the sun sets on a hot humid day in late August the drama of a southern Ontario sky never disappoints.
Quiet Light
A quiet moment to enjoy the gorgeous morning light over Sunwapta Lake at the toe of the Athabasca Glacier.
Umbrella Weather
On a cold day in late June the light filtered through a mix of rain and snow. Still the soft blue of Lake Louise warmed my heart.
Sleeping Islands 2
Looking offshore along BC’s Sea to Sky highway is a stunning view of blues.
Sleeping Islands 1
The Gulf Islands along the Sea to Sky highway in British Columbia offer a meditative view.
Orange Crush
White birch with an orange leafy background, with Dundas Valley far in the distance. Juried into Art at Seven Innovation No.5 running Feb 13 to June 18 2025.
Scarlet Flutter
Autumn walk on a warm day in southern Ontario, vibrant colours framing the view. Juried into Art at Seven Innovation No.5 running Feb 13 to June 18 2025.