In this composition, a blanket of low-lying clouds drapes the mountain. These clouds are not just background detail, they are the focal point of this painting. Many travellers regularly describe the “moody, beautiful” effect of low clouds over Lake Louise, noting that even amidst rain or fog, the scenery remains breathtaking.

Beder uses a palette of cool greys and deep blues in the misty midground, contrasting with richer, earthy greens and ochres in the foreground. The sky feels expansive despite its cloud cover.

This oil on board measures 6.25 x 8.25 inches and is signed by the artist on the lower right. It is featured on page 110 of Jack Beder: Life and Art in Canada (2025), a publication by Rookleys Canadian Art Gallery. Acquired directly from the artist’s estate, it is catalogued as inventory #822.

This piece was also featured in the Jack Beder: Life and Art in Canada exhibition at Rookleys Canadian Art Gallery.