Maurice Dionne

The Pumphouse, Original Painting

2023

Artist Comments
Artist Maurice Dionne paints a bridge on a bright day with people enjoying the sound of rushing water. "The pumphouse feeds water from Ottawa's canal system into a fast-moving white water course where the River Runners are located," shares Maurice. "During summer months, you can catch people enjoying white water kayaking on the slalom course." Lush foliage nestles the heritage site beautifully, complementing the architecture. Maurice captures how perfect of a viewing spot the location is.

About the Artist
Artist Maurice Dionne paints watercolor scenes of Ottawa, from quiet city walks to charming Victorian homes. "The transparency of the medium is truly remarkable; it allows so much light to shine through," says Maurice. He devotedly captures the mood and vibrancy most often inspired by the people around him. He finished a degree in science but ultimately decided to embrace his true freedom of expression. Now a full-time artist, he commits to a home studio as his haven of creativity, where he has access to artist-grade material that ensures that his pieces will be archival and endure the test of time. Maurice's work received merits from The Marketer Art Competition in 2020 and 2021 and was featured in the Electric Street Gallery, Ottawa Art Gallery, and Art Gallery of Ontario. He relishes cycling, hiking, kayaking, reading, and visiting specialty coffee shops with his spouse in his spare time.

Words that describe this painting: water, river, Ottawa, Canada, walking, bridge, architecture, steps, stairs, travel, heritage, watercolor, paper, arch, impressionism, architecture, impressionism, travel, watercolor painting, grey

The Pumphouse
Maurice Dionne
Watercolor painting on paper
Ready to frame
One-of-a-kind
Signed on front and back
2023
12 in. h x 15 in. w
0 lbs. 5 oz.