Location: Municipal Hall, 750 17th Street, West Vancouver 
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. 

Artist Statement

I paint to capture the shifting moods of the landscape—light breaking through mist, the glow of a sunset, the way atmosphere transforms a place. Living on Bowen Island, I’m surrounded by constantly changing views, and I’m drawn to the challenge of translating those fleeting moments into paint. 

My work is about the effect of a place, the feeling it leaves behind. I focus on color, light, and movement. I paint quickly, often in a single session, working with bold shapes and expressive brushstrokes. Some days, I gravitate toward deep blues and greens; other days, bright yellows or soft pinks. The mood of the painting comes first, and the subject follows. 

Artist Bio 

Mary Rose Drescher (b. 1981) is a artist with a background in both fine arts and architecture. She earned her BFA from Mount Allison University in 2004 and went on to complete a Master of Architecture at the University of British Columbia in 2010. Mary Rose is currently represented by Catching Stars Gallery on Bowen Island, BC (2023–present). In 2024, she presented her solo exhibition Venturing Out at The Hearth Gallery.