In Gatineau Evening Sky, David Drum captures the expansive beauty of an evening sky over Quebec’s Gatineau region with bold brushwork and bright colour. Painted in 2022, this piece is a vibrant example of Drum’s late-career exploration of more abstract landscapes. The palette of this painting includes rich blues, purples, and golden hues, allowing Drum to depict a bewitching sunset.

Located just across the Ottawa River from Canada’s capital, Gatineau is a vibrant city in western Quebec known for its stunning natural landscapes and cultural heritage. At the edge of the Gatineau Hills, the region is celebrated for its expansive forests, scenic rivers, and the breathtaking vistas of Gatineau Park, one of Canada’s premier conservation areas. The area’s dramatic skies, rolling terrain, and seasonal colour shifts have long inspired artists and outdoor enthusiasts alike.

David Drum is a Canadian painter known for his vibrant landscapes. Born in Moncton in 1944 and raised in Toronto, he began painting at a young age and later worked as a medical illustrator before returning to fine art full-time. Influenced by Monet and Canadian Impressionists, Drum’s work captures the colour and atmosphere of Ontario and Quebec. He now lives and paints in Crystal Beach, Ontario.