Tom Thomson
1877–1917 · Canadian · 29 artworks
Art NouveauPost-ImpressionismBold color palettesSimplified formsImpastoEmphasis on light and shadowDecorative elements
artist bio
Tom Thomson was a Canadian artist active in the early 20th century. He is best known for his paintings of the Canadian wilderness, which capture the vibrant colors and rugged beauty of the landscape and greatly influenced Canadian art.
what you'll learn
Studying Thomson's work allows students to explore color theory and composition in landscape painting. Students can also learn about the importance of capturing the essence of a place through art.
related: Lawren Harris, Emily Carr
29 artworks
Swift Water
1916
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Campfire
1916
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Burned Over Land
1916
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Burnt Land at Sunset
1915
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Winter Thaw in the Woods
1917
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Fire-Swept Hills
1915
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The Jack Pine
1917
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Evening, Canoe Lake
1916
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Untitled (Wooden Landscape)
1917
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Pine Island, Georgian Bay
1916
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Approaching Snowstorm
1915
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Path Behind Mowat Lodge
1917
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Sunset
1915
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Burnt Area with Ragged Rocks
1915
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Round Lake, Mud Bay
1915
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Burnt-Over Forest
1916
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Sketch for Opulent October
1915
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Woodland Waterfall
1916
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Northern River
1915
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Sketch for The Jack Pine
1916
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The Drive
1917
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Maple Saplings
1917
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Opulent October
1916
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The West Wind
1917
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Burnt Country, Evening. Sketch for 'Burnt Land'
1914
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Tamaracks
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The Pool
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Hot Summer Moonlight
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Northern Lake
1913
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