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The work
The story behind the artwork
About the Painting
Chinook Winds captures the moment when evening light transforms the Rocky Mountains surrounding Canmore, Alberta. Warm sunset colour moves across the sky while the peaks below settle into deeper, cooler tones.
The painting is alive with contrast: glowing colour against rugged stone, warmth against mountain air, and the movement of the sky against the permanence of the Rockies.
The Story Behind Chinook Winds
Canmore sits where the scale of the Rocky Mountains meets Alberta’s constantly changing sky. In Chinook Winds, warm yellows, oranges and pinks illuminate the sky while cooler blues, violets and shadowed earth tones establish the mountains below.
The title reflects that sense of change. Like the warm winds associated with southern Alberta, the light appears to sweep across the landscape—brief, dramatic and impossible to hold.
Artwork Details
Title: Chinook Winds
Artist: Graham Watts
Location: Canmore, Alberta, Canada
Medium: Original oil painting on canvas
Orientation: Landscape
Authenticity: Certificate of authenticity included
How It Works in a Room
Dominant colours: Warm sunset oranges, yellows and pinks balanced by cooler blues, purples and natural mountain tones.
Mood: Uplifting, energetic and expansive.
Ideal for an entryway, office, bedroom, reading area, mountain property or smaller living-room wall. It also works well as part of a curated gallery arrangement.
Shipping and Delivery
Usually prepared for dispatch within five business days. The painting is carefully protected and securely boxed for shipment.
Canada: Tracked delivery is available throughout Canada.
United States: Tracked delivery is available to most US destinations; applicable destination charges are the collector’s responsibility.
Vancouver pickup: Complimentary studio pickup can be arranged by appointment.
Vancouver–Whistler: Personal delivery may be available depending on timing and location.
About Graham Watts
Graham Watts is a Canadian oil painter based in Vancouver, British Columbia. His work explores the landscapes, wildlife and communities of Western Canada through expressive colour, visible texture and atmospheric light.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this an original painting?
Yes. Chinook Winds is a one-of-a-kind oil painting, not a print or reproduction.
Does it include proof of authenticity?
Yes. A signed certificate of authenticity is included.
Can Graham help me judge the size?
Yes. Send a straight-on photograph of your wall with approximate measurements for a complimentary digital preview.
At a glance
Artwork details
- Artwork type
- Original oil painting
- Availability
- One-of-a-kind original
Collector service
See the artwork in your space
Send Graham a straight-on photograph of your wall and its approximate width. He will help assess scale and can prepare a complimentary digital room preview when appropriate.
Buying with confidence
Personal service from studio to wall
Shipping, delivery and Vancouver pickup
Artwork is carefully protected and insured for delivery. Vancouver studio pickup is available by appointment, and personal delivery between Vancouver and Whistler may be possible. Shipping elsewhere in Canada, the United States and internationally is arranged according to the artwork and destination.
Signature, authenticity and presentation
Original paintings are signed by Graham Watts, accompanied by a certificate of authenticity and fitted with hanging wire. Additional photographs or a video viewing are available before purchase.
One-of-a-kind artwork purchases
Because an original artwork is unique, the sale is final. Graham is happy to answer questions, provide detailed images or prepare a room preview so you can make a considered decision before purchasing.
The artist
Created by Graham Watts
Graham Watts is a Canadian oil painter based in British Columbia. His wildlife, mountain and Vancouver paintings are recognized for expressive colour, layered texture and dramatic warm and cool light.
Meet Graham Watts
24 in W
18 in H
0.25 in D
Landscape
Collector confidence
What collectors say
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