SITKAS & SEAS

Illustrations of the Northwest

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Creations in Nature

Creating timeless and minimalistic renditions of the Pacific Northwest. Inspired by British Columbia's intense landscape and rugged coastlines, creating art from nature and the simplicity of being in nature. My focus is to bring the beauty of the west coast to life, as raw and untouched as nature can and should be. Created in nature, my pieces are drawn outdoors, fully immersed in BC's wilderness.

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Where it began

Sitkas & Seas was born out of a deep artistic connection between ones self and nature. For En plein air artist Jennifer Alton, being truly immersed with the flowing energy of the coastline and in the presence of our ancient forests is second nature. Sharing the same wild energy as the coast, she explores the Northwest creating her detailed, fine line pointillism pieces. She captures the breathtaking flora and landscapes of the region, that resonates with her mind and spirit.

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Another gorgeous rendering of the beautiful west coast.

Kim P.

These are simple and beautiful, the detail astounding, proud to be from such a beautiful Province of BC.

Wyatt N.

I’m reminded of home each time I admire these places. Honoured to display such west coast beauty.

Adam F.
Big Lonely Doug - Moments of the Northwest Collection
Big Lonely Doug - Moments of the Northwest Collection
Big Lonely Doug - Moments of the Northwest Collection
Big Lonely Doug - Moments of the Northwest Collection
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Big Lonely Doug - Moments of the Northwest Collection

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If you haven’t heard of or met him before, allow me to introduce Big Lonely Doug. He is one of nature's monumental survivors, standing as a solitary titan in the heart of the Canadian wilderness. This colossal Douglas-fir tree, estimated to be over a thousand years old, towers nearly 230 feet high and boasts a trunk with a circumference of almost 40 feet. Found in the Cowichan River Valley on Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Big Lonely Doug is not just a tree but a testament to both the grandeur and fragility of old-growth forests.

Discovered in 2011 by a logger named Dennis Cronin, Big Lonely Doug owes its survival to a rare act of preservation amidst widespread deforestation. Cronin, recognizing the tree's immense size and age, marked it to be spared from the chainsaws that felled the surrounding forest. Today, this giant stands alone in a clear-cut, its isolation a poignant symbol of the vanishing ancient forests that once blanketed the region.

Big Lonely Doug's solitary presence has turned it into a beacon for environmental activism. It draws attention to the critical need for conservation efforts to protect old-growth forests, which are vital for biodiversity, carbon sequestration, and the preservation of indigenous cultures and species that rely on these ancient ecosystems. The stark contrast between Doug and the barren land around it underscores the consequences of unsustainable logging practices and highlights the urgent need for more robust environmental policies.

Visiting Big Lonely Doug is an awe-inspiring experience, for me it’s a visit I continue to make year after year. He is a powerful reminder of nature's resilience and a call to action to ensure that other ancient giants do not face a lonely fate.

Big Lonely Doug is more than just a tree; it is a living relic of the past, a monument to natural history, and a poignant symbol of the struggle to protect our planet's dwindling ancient forests. Its story is a blend of survival, solitude, and the enduring beauty of nature, making it a captivating icon for conservation efforts worldwide.