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“It only takes a single photon of light to pierce utter darkness – just one. And when the world can seem to be growing dimmer and darker, that quiet, small light becomes all the more visible, all the more impactful. That’s what I’m seeking in my work – not manufacturing light, but revealing its unrelenting presence: a hope that’s grounded in truth.”
—Lorraine Simonds
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9x12, Unframed Watercolour on Cotton, 2025
There are seasons of waiting that stretch longer than expected. In those places, clarity can feel distant, and hope can become something held quietly rather than confidently. Still, there are moments when what has been longed for comes into view, not all at once, but enough to steady the heart.
A long-awaited glimpse is about that kind of moment. The instant when something once hidden begins to show itself again, and the soul responds before words can catch up. Not full arrival, not complete resolution, but a true sign that the horizon is changing.
Sometimes that is all that is needed - a glimpse, a shift, a small unveiling. Enough to lift the eyes. Enough to begin again.
9x12, Unframed Watercolour on Cotton, 2026
The middle distance matters. Not only the next step, and not only the far-off horizon. Near vision keeps you responsive. Long vision keeps you anchored. Middle vision keeps you steady.
Sometimes wisdom is playing the long game. Sometimes it's pivoting quickly. Often it's learning to live in between – attentive enough to adjust, patient enough to endure, calm enough to choose what matters most.
It's a way of seeing that refuses panic and refuses fantasy. It holds the present honestly, and it keeps moving with purpose.
9x12, Unframed Watercolour on Cotton, 2026
Some paintings are made slowly in private. Others are made in the open, where every decision is visible and nothing can be over-managed. A live demonstration asks for a different kind of courage – to commit, to simplify, and to keep moving even when the outcome isn't guaranteed.
This work carries that immediacy. It's about attention more than perfection – the discipline of seeing, the willingness to respond, and the quiet confidence that clarity can emerge without being forced. There's something honest in a painting that still shows its decisions.
Lingering in the space where past and present intertwine, between waiting and moving forward, between holding on and letting go. Sometimes, we exist in that fragile place where grief and quiet strength converge, suspended between what was and what is yet to come.
First Place in the 2025 Works on Paper Exhibition held at the prestigious Federation Gallery, Vancouver, BC.
Meet the Artist
Welcome to my watercolour gallery. I'm Lorraine Simonds, SFCA SCA CSPWC BFA and BC Representative for the International Watercolor Society Canada. My work centres on expressive, emotive portraiture – pieces that honour the light in darkness, the beauty in brokenness, and the stories that connect us all.
Each painting is created using only archival watercolours and cotton paper, ensuring your investment will last for generations. From award-winning originals to accessible prints and custom commissions, every piece is designed to spark contemplation, evoke emotion, and bring meaning into your space.
Whether you're searching for a portrait of a loved one, a faith-inspired piece for your home, or a vibrant floral to brighten your walls, you'll find work here that speaks to the soul. I also offer limited edition prints and ready-to-hang pieces for collectors seeking convenience without compromise.
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