Still-life painting by Canadian artist Joseph Plaskett
Joseph Plaskett might be 92 years old, but he’s still wielding his paintbrush with a certain joie de vivre. His love affair with light and form shaped his impressive repertoire of portraits and still-lifes (“Bouquet & Chinese Vases,” pictured). The New Westminster-born artist studied under such luminaries as A.Y. Jackson and Jack Shadbolt; he’s since become one of the most renowned artists in Canada, receiving the Order of Canada in 2001. A collection of his works is on display at Bau-Xi Gallery (May 8 to 22).—Kristina Urquhart
Stay, Dine, Do
