Artist Statement

My contemporary oil landscape paintings are a celebration of Canada's natural beauty. Once a newcomer who made this country home, I am honoured to contribute to our rich cultural heritage and I hope that through my art I can create a sense of connection to nature and the peace it brings to us.

As an artist living in Banff and the beautiful Canadian Rockies, my connection to the landscapes I paint runs deep. I draw directly from the places I explore: plein‑air studies and photographic reference gathered on hikes and ski adventures are the building blocks for my careful studio development. 

My studio practice is inspired by the meticulous, multi‑layered oil painting techniques of the Flemish Masters. Often requiring months from start to finish, each stage of the process is executed with the utmost dedication: from surface preparation to multiple painting sessions and final varnishing. Each piece is the result of long observation and repeated refinements intended to capture light, colour and atmosphere.

Marcos Molina