"Pukaskwa Boardwalk," 36" x 48"

Oil on Canvas.

“Pukaskwa National Park is situated along the rocky shores of Lake Superior: picture towering cliffs, windswept spruce, secluded sandy beaches, and lush boreal forests - a truly mystical place. This painting was inspired by the park's beautifully maintained boardwalks that protect important but fragile ecosystems like sand dunes and wetlands. I wanted to evoke a sense of mysticism I felt when walking on these boardwalks at dusk.”

The inspiration for Toronto-based artist Marta Stares comes from her canoe and backcountry camping trips in Northern Ontario. During these remote excursions, she finds a deep sense of connection to water and land.  Her paintings are often framed from the canoeist’s perspective, offering viewers a glimpse into what it feels like to paddle through remote places in Ontario.