Thomson Lone Pine VariantDouglas CouplandNone

Mixed Media
WallArt
Contemporary Art
Contemporary
Vancouver Art Gallery

Inspired by the iconic works of Emily Carr, the Group of Seven (G7) and Tom Thomson, the paintings and prints that form this series are based on degraded digital images of Canadian masterpieces that were found on the internet. Using a geometric language he created, Coupland has Photoshopped these well-known landscapes and reduced their compositions into flat planes of colour. In a sense, these classic representations of Canadian identity are recast from a 21st-century perspective using contemporary tools, raising the question of whether “Canadianness” should still be defined by a relationship with nature.Through a wide range of media including assemblage, installation, painting, photography, sculpture and quilts, Coupland has persistently investigated Canadian cultural identity, both benign and menacing. Using imagery and objects latent with symbolic meaning for Canadians, he delineates what it means to be Canadian, offering a “secret handshake” not easily understood by others.

Douglas Coupland (1961 –)

Douglas Coupland: Canadian novelist & visual artist exploring Gen X, digital culture & modern life. Known for QR code art, sculptures & thought-provoking pieces exhibited globally.

Vancouver Art Gallery (Vancouver, Canada)

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About this artwork

Title: Thomson Lone Pine Variant
Artist: Douglas Coupland
Format: Landscape
Copyright status: Under copyright
Where to see it: Vancouver Art Gallery
Movement: Contemporary Art
Medium type: WallArt
Main color: Espresso
Keywords: emily carr, minimalism, geometric abstraction
Color hue: Ochre to Sepia

Quick Facts

Subject or theme: Canadian Identity
Notable elements or techniques: Photoshop manipulation
Location: Private Collection
Title: Thomson Lone Pine Variant
Artist: Douglas Coupland
Medium: Assemblage

Questions & Answers

Which print setup is suggested for "Thomson Lone Pine Variant" by Douglas Coupland?

For "Thomson Lone Pine Variant", the recommended print setup is a large size and a landscape orientation.

What colors dominate "Thomson Lone Pine Variant" by Douglas Coupland?

"Thomson Lone Pine Variant" is defined by a neutrals palette led by espresso (#443944).

Who is the artist behind "Thomson Lone Pine Variant"?

"Thomson Lone Pine Variant" was created by Douglas Coupland. The information on this page describes Douglas Coupland's original work.

What subject and atmosphere does "Thomson Lone Pine Variant" by Douglas Coupland combine?

"Thomson Lone Pine Variant" by Douglas Coupland combines canadian identity, landscape art, digital collage, modern nature, geometric abstraction, cultural critique with a serene atmosphere.

What art movement does "Thomson Lone Pine Variant" by Douglas Coupland belong to?

The movement associated with "Thomson Lone Pine Variant" by Douglas Coupland is Contemporary Art. This classification situates the work among related artists and artworks.

Who is the author of "Thomson Lone Pine Variant", and in which movement?

Douglas Coupland created "Thomson Lone Pine Variant" within the Contemporary Art movement.

What use and space are recommended for "Thomson Lone Pine Variant" by Douglas Coupland?

"Thomson Lone Pine Variant" is suggested for accent, and the recommended space is a living room.