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Being raised on the coast of Vancouver Island, Claire Watson was immersed in the natural culture of the ocean early in life. She’s had many opportunities to travel and explore by sea much of the coastline of North America mostly by sailboat or salmon packer in which she 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 she calls home.
Claire works in pen & ink, watercolour, acrylic and digital. She is known for her stylized fine line work, organic colour palette, and capturing the unique personality of the west coast in her wildlife, ocean and landscapes. Whether it be on paper, canvas, apparel, surfboards or walls, she aspires to bring the outdoors home as she believes time in nature soothes the soul. People protect what they love and Claire wants to use her art as a way to connect people with the environment and therefore remind people of the importance of its protection.
Claire works as an artist, illustrator & graphic designer on Vancouver Island, British Columbia. Having lived on the water for so many years, she loves collaborating with businesses and organizations that think bigger than just themselves. She has worked with companies, organizations and outdoor brands such as Patagonia, Buff, HSBC, BC Ferries, Nature’s Path Organic Foods, Canadian Surfing Association, Relais & Chateau’s The Wickaninnish Inn, amongst others. Her largest accomplishment thus far is a limited edition commemorative coin designed for the Royal Canadian Mint in 2019.
She is a proud member of 1% For The Planet, and chooses to support Pacific Wild as they work to preserve, protect and educate about this coastline and all that lives in it.
“Being an avid sailor/live aboard and having grown up (and raised my kids) on the west coast, I feel strongly about the protection of marine mammals and west coast wildlife, salmon habitats, and clean and healthy oceans free of plastics and other toxins. I love that Pacific Wild has so many active campaigns that I resonate with.”
If you’re a lover of aquatic sports or marine environments, discover the 2023 World Tour - Paddling Film Festival at the Ocean PARC playhouse in White Rock on July 13! Hosted by Sea Gods Stand Up Paddleboards, this film festival celebrates paddling and aquatic exploration in its many forms from canoeing to whitewater kayaking in fresh and saltwater. This event is a great opportunity to see sixteen of the most celebrated paddling films shortlisted for the World Tour, and participate in raffles and other proceeds in support of Pacific Wild!
Buy tickets by clicking the link in our bio or by visiting paddlingfilmfestival.com
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Getaway for Two, Ruby Lake Resort Sunshine Coast. @rubylakeresort
2 nights stay in a wood cabin or Safari tent (This depends on the availability and whether they have a pet or not) both accommodation types are roughly the same value. 1 x 3-course dinner for 2 people. 2-hour paddleboard or kayak rental (again depends on the preference of the people) Estimated value is $500.00. Nestled between the Caren Range Mountains and gorgeous Ruby Lake, we are situated in a natural paradise! Our property is an outdoor-enthusiasts haven, surrounded by walking, hiking & cycling trails, one of BC`s most beautiful lakes for swimming, and paddling, with onsite boat & board rentals as well as a private dock, seasonal on-site yoga classes, and a mountain biker`s pump track. Our property also features a large lagoon that doubles as a natural wildlife and bird sanctuary, and the property is home to hundreds of birds (both wild and tame), beavers, otters, deer, raccoons, squirrels, and more! Our renowned on-site restaurant offers authentic northern Italian cuisine, with both indoor lake-view dining, as well as outdoor seating on our covered waterfront patio.
Bud on this once in a lifetime getaway!
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Double Panel Photo Poem Brian & Donna Bindon
A poem about old growth forests, and some striking photo-images by Donna Bindon of ancient cedars and sitka spruce to which to attach as an underscore or background for the poem which poses questions about humanity’s broken relationships with nature, and a plea for resumption of the ancient respect and honour for nature that we yet are capable of. I am retired and I don’t have an art business, but my past work includes freelance radio broadcasting with Park Radio in Banff, and I am working on a book with a co-author retired warden on the spiritual potency of the wild to help heal our world.
Link in our bio to bid!
Double Panel Photo Poem Brian & Donna Bindon
A poem about old growth forests, and some striking photo-images by Donna Bindon of ancient cedars and sitka spruce to which to attach as an underscore or background for the poem which poses questions about humanity’s broken relationships with nature, and a plea for resumption of the ancient respect and honour for nature that we yet are capable of. I am retired and I don’t have an art business, but my past work includes freelance radio broadcasting with Park Radio in Banff, and I am working on a book with a co-author retired warden on the spiritual potency of the wild to help heal our world.
Link in our bio to bid!
1 Hour Gift Certificate with Annika McGivern Performance Sports Coaching @annikamcgivern.performance
One hour zoom Performance Sports Psychology Coaching session. Performance Psychology Coaching is a person-focused collaborative process grounded in psychology, coaching, and neuroscience, designed to support people to develop mental skills that support them to improve performance in all areas of life.
Link in our bio to bid on this session!
North Pacific Right Whale" 9x12 by Elena Markova @elenamarkelova_art
For every print purchased on my website, I donate $1 to One Tree Planted supporting global reforestation. Over the years I’ve been donating to different global and local wildlife associations and foundations, and it brings me joy to do small steps in making our world a better place.Thanks to my mom I realized that if you want to create something really thoughtful you should make it with love, and I put my heart into every piece that I paint. It’s my hope that you not only love my artwork, but my soul that lives within it.
Bud on this piece!
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