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Vanessa Pearson

@monarch_11

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Just an artist, a messy studio, and too much coffee. ☕️ 🎨
Acrylic on Canvas & reproductions available ☺️ DM
•Burrowing Owl Winery
•Wild Goose Winery

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Stepping out of the scenery and into the wild. 🌀 I’ve been heavily focused on landscapes lately, but I needed to break up the routine with one of my colorful animals. 🐻

Still a work in progress, but I am absolutely loving the result so far. Right now, I’m focused on adding more details and depth to really make those dreamy features pop. taken in Penticton, British Columbia by @monarch_11

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2 months ago

✨Behind the scenes of a major art restock!

✨My latest shipment is officially here! And I just picked up a fresh batch of art prints and original goodies from my incredible photographer and printer, Stuart Bish. Finding a reliable print partner is everything for an artist, and I am so grateful for his amazing work over the years.Honestly, looking at these pieces has me feeling incredibly emotional. As an independent artist, I am so deeply grateful to every single art collector, supporter, and friend who appreciates my work. You are the reason I get to live this creative life every single day. Thank you for getting me to this point! 🫶

And because I have been asked so many times… yes, I am currently building my official artist website! 🖥️ It is moving at a snail’s pace 🐌, but I am getting there, I promise! taken in Penticton, British Columbia by @monarch_11

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3 months ago

Meet Pluto, the incredible and adorable 11-year-old burrowing owl! 🦉

I had the absolute honor of meeting Pluto, an indispensable educational ambassador for the Burrowing Owl Conservation Society of BC. Did you know that burrowing owls are an endangered species in Canada? These tiny, ground-dwelling birds once thrived across British Columbia’s interior grasslands, but due to severe habitat loss, they completely vanished from BC by the 1980s.

That is where the dedicated team at the Oliver facility steps in. The Burrowing Owl Conservation Society of BC works tirelessly to raise, care for, and safely reintroduce captive-bred owls back into artificial underground burrows in the grasslands to restore healthy, balanced wild populations.

While wild burrowing owls typically live 4 to 6 years, Pluto has spent his 11 years helping educate schools and communities about preserving grassland ecosystems and bringing these amazing birds back from the brink. Inspired by Pluto’s vibrant personality, I captured him on canvas using deep purples, blues, and bright yellow eyes set against a vivid turquoise background.

NEW* “Pluto” 18x24” Acrylic on canvas
(Prints available)

Check out the full reel to see Pluto up close! taken in Penticton, British Columbia by @monarch_11

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3 months ago

NEW* “Wander” 18x24 Acrylic on Canvas 🐻

There is something truly special about black bears. This original wildlife art captures that exact moment of quiet curiosity and deep connection in the wild.

Painted with rich, vibrant brushstrokes, this modern bear painting blends contemporary style with the raw beauty of nature. Whether you are looking for unique wildlife home decor, building your fine art collection, or searching for the perfect acrylic canvas painting to elevate your living space, “Wonder” brings the spirit of the wilderness indoors.

Want to bring this piece home? This original painting is officially available for purchase. Send a direct message (DM) for details. taken in Penticton, British Columbia by @monarch_11

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There is something so magical about looking at an apex predator and seeing absolute peace. This new grizzly bear painting is all about capturing that quiet, soulful moment of vulnerability under a celestial canopy.

Instead of traditional forest tones, I wanted to lean into a dreamlike world—building the form with deep cobalt blues, rich violets, and pops of electric neon teal. The sharp, geometric stars in the background create a beautiful contrast against the soft, organic flow of the fur. He’s not a symbol of ferocity here; he’s a peaceful guardian of the night.

NEW “Twilight” 30x24 Gallery Bar/ Acrylic on Canvas. DM for details ☺️ taken in Penticton, British Columbia by @monarch_11

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This piece holds a special place in my heart. I always remember these beautiful Blue Jays growing up in Montréal. They used to visit our house with their babies, and that memory inspired this piece.

There is something so magical about capturing wildlife in vibrant acrylic paint! Brings me to my happy place 😁

“Curious Glance” 10x10 acrylic on canvas. taken in Penticton, British Columbia by @monarch_11

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Bringing a little piece of wine country paradise onto the canvas.

There is nothing quite like the rhythm of the vineyard rows and the bold colors of the mountains when the sun hits just right. This piece is all about capturing that warm, peaceful energy we all love about afternoon strolls through the vines.

NEW* “Sun-kissed Vineyard”
24” x 18” Acrylic on Canvas taken in Penticton, British Columbia by @monarch_11

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2 months ago

Stepping out of the city and into the wild with my dreamy bear. 🐻

I wanted to focus entirely on the striking presence of a Canadian grizzly bear, but with my colourful, celestial twist. By building up layers of rich cobalt blue, deep violet, and vibrant turquoise, I wanted to capture a moment of quiet contemplation—translating the massive power of a gentle giant into a peaceful, dreaming soul under a geometric night sky.

Every single expressive brushstroke was painted from the heart, blending textured palette work with rich contemporary wildlife aesthetics to bring this guardian of the forest to life.

*NEW “Stardust Slumber“ 24x18 Acrylic on Canvas (Prints available soon ☺️) taken in Penticton, British Columbia by @monarch_11

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2 months ago

Wine, gourmet eats, and endless vineyard views. Welcome to my happy place. 🍷

This new painting, “Patio Lights on the Bench”, was fully inspired by a delicious early dinner at the @joiefarm Winery Hot Dog Lounge in Naramata.

NEW “Patio Lights on the Bench” Is my colourful tribute to perfect summer afternoons in Okanagan wine country.

Where to find this piece:
Original 24x18 Acrylic: Hanging at Burrowing Owl Winery.

*Coming Soon*
24x18 Giclée Canvas: Available at Wild Goose Winery.

Prints Available! taken in Penticton, British Columbia by @monarch_11

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2 months ago

Hot off the press and heading to @burrowingowlwinery

NEW* “Pluto”
Original 18x24 Acrylic on Canvas
5x7 Giclée prints

Museum-quality fine art reproductions, professionally photographed and printed at the highest resolution to capture every brushstroke and detail. Printed on 100% cotton rag archival paper with premium pigment inks, these collector-quality prints are crafted to archival standards and designed to retain their beauty for over 100 years under proper display conditions.

Pluto is a tribute to resilience, conservation, and the beauty of one of British Columbia’s most remarkable birds.

Inspired by my encounter with Pluto, an 11-year-old educational ambassador for the Burrowing Owl Conservation Society of BC, this painting honours a species that disappeared from British Columbia’s grasslands by the 1980s due to habitat loss. Through dedicated conservation efforts, burrowing owls are once again being reintroduced to their native habitat.

Painted in luminous purples and blues with radiant golden eyes, Pluto celebrates the enduring connection between wildlife, art, and our shared responsibility to protect what is rare. taken in Burrowing Owl Estate Winery, Oliver, BC by @monarch_11

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3 months ago

Celebrating 25 years of an Ethereal Bond.

When creating this anniversary commission, I wanted to paint more than just owls; I wanted to paint the feeling of enduring devotion. Twenty-five years means a shared horizon, mutual protection, and a love that creates its own vibrant light.

May these two guardians bring joy and be a reminder of a beautiful bond for the next 25 years and beyond. 🏛️❤️

“Ethereal Bond”
22x28 Acrylic on Canvas taken in Penticton, British Columbia by @monarch_11

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3 months ago

Kindred Spirits 🦉

Some souls never need words.

They find one another in quiet moments, in steadfast presence, and in the comfort of simply being side by side. Through every changing season, they become a reminder that the deepest connections aren’t spoken—they’re felt.

To be a kindred spirit is to be seen, understood, and chosen, over and over again.

May we all find the one whose heart feels like home. 🤍

NEW • “Kindred Spirits”
18 × 24” Acrylic on Canvas

✨Coming soon to Burrowing Owl Estate Winery. Stop in to experience their incredible wines, breathtaking views, and a beautiful collection of local artwork. taken in Penticton, British Columbia by @monarch_11

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