I read in Pique Newsmagazine about the sad passing of Isobel MacLaurin. I thought I would share my experience in meeting Isobel several decades ago. A mutual friend knew how much I love Whistler, and after Isobel showed her a painting she had just completed, my friend said, “I know who would love this,” and she was right! I met with Isobel and was fortunate to purchase a beautiful watercolour painting. Isobel told us she took the idea of the woman in the fur coat from a Neiman Marcus catalogue.
While my most recent visit to Whistler two weeks ago did not have the snow illustrated in my painting, I remain ever hopeful this snowy scene will be repeated soon.
We enjoy this amazing painting every day created by this fantastic “mainstay” of the Whistler community. I appreciate having the opportunity to have met Isobel MacLaurin, and cherish her painting and her legacy in the art community.
