WHISPERS IN THE RAFTERS-CRANBROOK 33 Thomas’ wildlife art highlights the

Thomas’ wildlife art highlights the majesty and spirit of Canadian animals

spirit-guarded bears

and cultures connected to the land

and form brings each scene to life with striking detail

and investment‑worthy appeal

WHISPERS IN THE RAFTERS-CRANBROOK 33 Thomas’ wildlife art highlights theDominik Modlinski is a Canadian landscape painter who immigrated to Canada at the age of 16 and studied painting and drawing at the Ontario College of Art. He developed a strong connection to the wilderness of Northern Ontario, later painting at the Algoma School of Landscape Arts, where he deepened his understanding of the Group of Seven tradition and the Canadian landscape. His practice is rooted in immersive fieldwork, often working directly on