C$1,250
This watercolour painting explores stillness and reflection through a mist-laden forest landscape. Soft, layered washes dissolve the boundary between land and water, allowing the forest and its reflection to exist in quiet balance. A restrained palette and diffused edges emphasize atmosphere over detail, encouraging a slow, contemplative viewing experience.
Rather than referencing a specific location, the work evokes a universal sense of calm and introspection. The presence of fog simplifies the composition and heightens spatial depth, creating a sense of pause and suspension. Reflection functions both visually and conceptually, suggesting moments of inner stillness and connection with the natural world.
The painting reflects an ongoing exploration of mood, light, and emotional resonance within Canadian-inspired landscapes, offering nature as a space for quiet presence and renewal.
| Technique: | Watercolour on Paper |
| Contents: | Nature, Outdoors, Landscape, Plant, Tree, Water, Scenery, Fir, Fog, Animal, Bird, Snow, Panoramic, Mist, Ice, Winter |
2026 Landscapes
| Edition: | Original, one of a kind artwork |
| Framed Size: | 19in x 26in |
| Unframed Size: | 15in x 22in |
| Frame: | Framed |
| Weight: | 11.5lbs (estimated) |
Elena Markelova
Maple Ridge, British Columbia
Elena Markelova is a British Columbia watercolor artist known for her signature double exposure wildlife paintings that blend animals with their natural habitats. Inspired by the Canadian wilderness, her work celebrates the beauty of nature while encouraging a deeper connection to and appreciation for the natural world.
""Nature has a way of reminding us who we are. Through watercolor, I hope to capture not only the beauty of the wild, but also the feeling of peace, wonder, and belonging that inspires us to protect it.""