Line Gauthier Poet Free verse

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Group of Seven

Canadian flag to the wind
virgin coasts to explore
canoes loaded with easels
paintbrushes and pigments

from sea to shining sea
rock islands scattered
nature self regenerates
untouched and pristine

through eyes of an artist
and lens of adventure
jack pines stand proud
their might and their grace

moved and inspired
in national colors
awe splashed to canvas
immortalized pride 

pure wilderness
recorded in stillness
fresh mirror of canadiana
stylized called our own

the timely birth of a
west wind movement
birthe the distinct national art
of the iconic Group of Seven



AP: 3rd place 2020

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Caren Krutsinger August 5, 2020 at 9:57 PM The "group of seven" - I am not familiar with them, but I see the artist in you when you pen something like this, Line. Line Gauthier August 6, 2020 at 3:04 PM Thanks, Caren. I am in good company ~

Phyllis Babcock August 5, 2020 at 4:13 PM A lovely tribute to our artists Line. love phyl Line Gauthier August 5, 2020 at 7:07 PM Thank you, Phyllis ~

Timothy Mcguire August 4, 2020 at 3:21 PM I would love to see those original paintings Line Gauthier August 5, 2020 at 7:07 PM maybe after the pandemic ~ Timothy Mcguire August 4, 2020 at 4:30 PM I will! Line Gauthier August 4, 2020 at 3:24 PM The Ottawa Art Gallery is a short walk away from my home ~ let me know when you're in the area. LOL

John Watt August 3, 2020 at 10:51 PM Wonderful tribute to the iconic and talented artists. Canada has much to be proud of in their legacy. Lawren Harris is my favorite. Beautifully done, Line ~ John Line Gauthier August 4, 2020 at 6:18 AM Thank you very much, John. Yes Canadians are very proud.