Impressed at an early age by the work of the French, European and North American impressionists, including The Group of Seven and Emily Carr, her creative work has followed an evolution from delicate watercolour florals, through landscapes and into the more immediate and life giving medium of oils. Barbara’s paintings in have become collectors’ items with paintings sold across North America, the UK, France and New Zealand with representation through several Canadian Galleries. Engaging now in the practice of “en plein air” (from life), has brought further development to her style, spontaneously capturing the scene, the light and the senses before the moment can change. Landscape and still life studio work in oils are her current, primary focus.