Mountain Peaks of Tantalus – Original Squamish Oil Painting

A one-of-a-kind Canadian mountain landscape by Graham Watts

$2,999 CAD

Original oil on canvas
40″ W × 30″ H × 1½″ D (101.6 × 76.2 × 3.8 cm)
Available — only one original exists

• Signed by Graham Watts
• Certificate of authenticity included
• Gallery-wrapped and ready to hang
• Secure checkout in Canadian dollars
• Carefully double-boxed for shipping
• Prepared for dispatch within one week

Collector assistance:
Send Graham a photograph of your wall for a complimentary digital preview of Mountain Peaks of Tantalus in your room.

Product description

The scale and drama of the Sea-to-Sky mountains

Mountain Peaks of Tantalus captures one of the most unforgettable mountain views along British Columbia’s Sea-to-Sky Highway.

Sharp, snow-covered peaks rise beneath a fiery sunset sky. Cool blues and violets move through the snow, while glowing orange, pink and gold illuminate the atmosphere above the mountains.

Look carefully and you will discover a lone skier within the immense landscape. This small human figure provides a powerful sense of scale, emphasizing the height, distance and overwhelming presence of the Tantalus Range.

This one-of-a-kind original was created for collectors who feel connected to Squamish, Whistler and the wild mountain landscape of Western Canada.

Artwork details

Title: Mountain Peaks of Tantalus
Artist: Graham Watts
Artwork type: One-of-a-kind original painting
Medium: Oil on canvas
Surface: 1½-inch-deep gallery-wrapped canvas
Dimensions: 40 × 30 inches (102 × 76 cm)
Orientation: Horizontal
Location: Tantalus Range near Squamish, British Columbia
Framing: Unframed; framing is optional
Edges: Finished in black
Presentation: Wired and ready to hang
Signature: Signed on the front
Reverse: Signed, titled and dated by Graham Watts
Authenticity: Certificate of authenticity included
Availability: Available—one original
Price: $2,999 CAD

The story behind Mountain Peaks of Tantalus

The Tantalus Range is one of the defining mountain views of the Sea-to-Sky corridor. These rugged, glacier-filled peaks can be seen from several viewpoints near Squamish, including the Tantalus Lookout along Highway 99.

For Graham, the range represents the scale and energy of British Columbia’s Coast Mountains. The changing alpine light, extensive snowfields and sharp rock formations create a landscape that can feel entirely different from one moment to the next.

In this painting, cool blue shadows describe the structure of the snow-covered peaks. Above them, a warm sunset introduces orange, pink and golden light. This contrast between hot and cold colour gives the painting its drama and depth.

The small skier adds a quiet human story. Surrounded by enormous peaks, the figure becomes a reminder of how small we are within the landscape—and how extraordinary it feels to experience these mountains firsthand.

About the Tantalus Range

Tantalus Provincial Park lies north of Squamish and contains some of the area’s most dramatic mountain peaks, glaciers and alpine terrain. The range can be viewed from the Sea-to-Sky Highway and several trails and viewpoints around Squamish. Tourism Squamish

The painting will feel particularly meaningful to:

• Squamish and Whistler residents
• Skiers and mountaineers
• Sea-to-Sky travellers
• Collectors of British Columbia landscapes
• People with memories of Highway 99
• Anyone inspired by alpine wilderness

How this painting works in a room

At 40 inches wide, Mountain Peaks of Tantalus has the visual scale needed to anchor a living space without overwhelming it.

Dominant colours

• Cobalt and deep alpine blue
• Violet and purple
• Snow white
• Fiery orange
• Rose pink
• Warm gold
• Charcoal grey

Mood

The painting feels dramatic, expansive and uplifting. The fiery sky introduces energy, while the blue mountain shadows create a sense of stillness and depth.

Suitable spaces

This original would work particularly well:

• Above a fireplace or console
• In a Whistler or Squamish property
• In a contemporary living room
• In an entranceway or office
• In a ski chalet or mountain home
• Against white, grey, charcoal or natural wood walls
• As part of a Canadian landscape collection

The horizontal format works beautifully above sofas, credenzas and fireplaces. Its combination of warm and cool colours complements stone, wood, leather and contemporary neutral interiors.

Lighting

Indirect natural light will reveal the variations within the snow and sunset sky. A warm-neutral picture light will strengthen the orange and gold while preserving the deep blues.

Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight.

Canvas and presentation

Mountain Peaks of Tantalus is painted on a substantial 1½-inch-deep gallery-wrapped canvas.

The edges are finished in black, giving the painting a clean, contemporary appearance. It can be displayed without a traditional frame, although a black or natural wood floating frame would provide a more formal finish.

The original is wired and ready to hang. It is signed on the front and signed, titled and dated on the reverse.

Shipping and delivery

Delivery within Canada

Shipping is available throughout Canada. The cost is calculated at checkout according to the painting’s size, weight and destination.

The original will be carefully protected and double-boxed. Tracking information will be sent by email after dispatch, and a signature may be required for delivery.

United States delivery

Tracked shipping is available to the United States. The shipping charge is calculated using the destination entered at checkout.

Any applicable destination taxes, customs charges or brokerage fees are the collector’s responsibility.

Vancouver pickup

Complimentary pickup may be arranged from Graham’s Vancouver studio by appointment.

Squamish and Whistler delivery

Personal delivery may be available between Vancouver, Squamish and Whistler, depending on location and scheduling. Contact Graham before purchasing to confirm.

International collectors

Online checkout currently supports Canada and the United States. Collectors elsewhere are invited to contact Graham for an individual shipping quotation.

Timing

The painting will normally be prepared for dispatch within five business days. Most orders arrive within approximately 12–15 business days, depending on destination and carrier.

Securely purchase original Canadian art

Your purchase is processed through Shopify’s secure checkout in Canadian dollars. Major credit cards, PayPal, Apple Pay and Google Pay are accepted.

Original artwork sales are final. If the painting arrives damaged, defective or incorrect, contact Graham within seven days and retain all original packaging.

About Canadian artist Graham Watts

Graham Watts is a Canadian oil painter based between Vancouver and Whistler. His landscape paintings are shaped by years spent skiing, hiking and exploring the Sea-to-Sky corridor.

His work combines recognizable locations with expressive colour, atmospheric light and layered oil paint. Rather than simply reproducing a mountain, Graham aims to capture the emotional experience of standing within the landscape.

His original paintings are held by collectors across Canada, the United States and internationally.

Recommended links:

• Learn more about Graham Watts
• Explore Canadian wildlife paintings
• View available original paintings
• Commission a custom wildlife painting
• Contact Graham directly

Frequently asked questions

Is this an original painting?

Yes. Mountain Peaks of Tantalus is a one-of-a-kind original oil painting—not a reproduction or print.

Is it ready to hang?

Yes. The gallery-wrapped canvas is wired and ready to display. A frame is optional.

Is a certificate of authenticity included?

Yes. A certificate of authenticity is included for the collector’s records.

Why is there a skier in the painting?

The small skier provides a visual scale reference, emphasizing the enormous size and height of the surrounding mountain peaks.

Can I see it in my room before purchasing?

Yes. Send Graham a straight-on photograph of your wall with approximate measurements for a complimentary digital preview.

Is local delivery available?

Personal delivery may be available in Vancouver, Squamish and Whistler. Contact Graham before purchasing to confirm.

Can I commission another Sea-to-Sky landscape?

Yes. Graham accepts commissions inspired by Squamish, Whistler and meaningful locations throughout British Columbia.