Stillwaters’ Art Collection
Stillwaters’ art collection - all by artists born, based or trained in Canada - disrupts preconceived ideas of what art in a home might look like. Some pieces are available to purchase, feel free to reach out for more information. Discover our collection below:
AWILDA 3881
by Robin Cerutti (2017)
30” x 45”
Photography on hahnemuhle paper
By capturing the moment, he reveals the optical properties of water that transform matter and form new textures on the subjects photographed. Cerutti's photos create surreal scenes, depening on the light, the nature of the water, the angle chosen; everything is transformed by the very properties of the water acting on both the subject and the environment.
We love the poetic reference to our brand name Stillwaters. Find this piece hanging in the huge living room of La Réserve Dunham.
Natural Formations 2
by Max Wright (2016)
40" x 50" - framed
Oil on c-print photograph on dibond
In the artist words: “my mixed media works are a study in contrast and contradiction. The works involve a process of glazing thin, translucent layers of oil paint over panel-mounted c-print (emulsion based) photographs in strategic sections to isolate and reduce forms to minimize detail and shape. Traditionally, oil painting glaze techniques are used to heighten form, to add detail and shape through colour to a monochromatic underpainting.. So what I'm doing is actually using the technique to accomplish the opposite effect of its intended design.”
This resonates deeply with the design philosophy of playing on contrasts—between modernity and traces of the past, between the rough original stone and the sharpness of big glass windows, between pragmatic and poetic rhythms.
Winged Heart
by Wakyli (2023)
12” x 48” - framed
Oil on wood board
Located in the entrance of La Réserve Dunham, and adding a nice pop of color to the checkered floors!
We love how this painting can pull you inwards or make you wander out, at the same time.
In this work, Wakyli is portraying the soul’s journey towards divine union, a metaphor for the flight of the heart towards the beloved. It’s a call to embrace the journey of the heart, to follow the path of love with courage, faith, and devotion.
The artwork to spot
A highlight is the black monochrome sculpture hanging by the curved staircase, custom made during renovations. Dreamed up by our founder, and executed by a local artisan using tadelakt plastering technique. The subtle variation of texture is like a sea of clouds, meant to instil calmness and stimulate dreams as you walk up the stairs to all the bedrooms.