Leanne M. Christie’s painting presents a striking view along East Georgia Street in Vancouver’s Chinatown. In this work, the viewer stands in the center of the road looking west toward a modern downtown skyline. The highrises of Vancouver are visible in the distance, forming a sharp contrast with the older, historic buildings that characterize Chinatown. Dominated by the warm colors of autumn, the scene is filled with rich yellows and deep oranges that evoke a crisp seasonal atmosphere. The use of simple, confident brushstrokes suggests the forms in the painting without detracting from the overall composition. Christie’s approach is direct,