Island Inlet Study: 2009 by Chris James Cooper

Discovery

Two pines on a granite island, rising against a pale sky — nothing else. Chris strips the Georgian Bay scene down to its most essential elements here: rock, tree, water, light. No autumn colour, no storm drama, just the quiet permanence of the shield landscape in its most spare season. A study, as the title says — but one that needs nothing added to it.

Chris James Cooper
Island Inlet Study: 2009, c. 2009
Oil on canvas
16 x 12 x 1 in (40.64 x 30.48 x 2.54 cm)
Signature: Not signed. Letter of authenticity provided
Gifted

“Island Inlet Study” was created around 2009, it represents Chris James Cooper’s late-career mature style. At this stage, his work was characterized by a deep, "architectural" understanding of the landscape—focusing on the structural strength of the rock and the resilience of the trees.

Subject Matter: White Pine, Georgian Bay
Current Location: Wales, UK
Collections: Chris James Cooper Oil Paintings

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About This Collection

Chris James Cooper brought a rare combination to his landscape paintings — training as an ecologist and an architect, paired with a lifelong love of paint and light. His work was shown in several Ontario galleries during his lifetime, and reflects decades spent observing the natural world closely, both scientifically and artistically.

This archive holds the body of work left behind after his passing in 2010. Each painting marked “Available” is for sale at the price listed. Please use the Message button above with any questions about a specific piece, including its story or size.

Chris James Cooper

Parksville , British Columbia

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