In Turner Valley, Alberta (1967), Jack Beder captures the topography of Alberta’s Turner Valley, an area nestled in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, known for its sweeping ranchlands and dramatic natural vistas. While Beder typically painted urban street scenes and still lifes, this composition reflects his love of Western Canadian landscapes during his travels in the 1960s.

The painting depicts a layered hills, with many shades of greens and ochre tones showing the valley floor and midground, and distant hills rendered in cool greys and blues. Beder’s brushwork is loose but intentional, emphasizing texture over fine detail, and capturing the atmospheric qualities of Alberta. This piece was painted en plein air, which was usual practice for Beder. The wooden frame was also handcrafted by Beder, and on the days he couldn't paint, either due to weather, traffic, or his health, he would frame his pieces.

This oil on masonite measures 18 x 24 inches, is signed by the artist on the lower right.

This piece was acquired directly from the artist’s estate and is catalogued as Beder inventory #697. It is featured on page 91 of Jack Beder: Life and Art in Canada (2025), published by Rookleys Canadian Art Gallery. The work was also included in the Jack Beder: Life and Art in Canada exhibition held at Rookleys Canadian Art Gallery.