Jane Waterous Canadian, b. 1959
Family Circle , 2026
Acrylic on canvas
24 x 24"
202609-6317
In 'Family Circle', Jane Waterous brings her signature three-dimensional figures together in a sweeping circular formation that immediately evokes unity, belonging, and the bonds that connect us. Individually modeled figures...
In "Family Circle", Jane Waterous brings her signature three-dimensional figures together in a sweeping circular formation that immediately evokes unity, belonging, and the bonds that connect us. Individually modeled figures in vibrant reds, blues, greens, yellows, oranges, and violets create an energetic rhythm across the pristine white ground, while the open center gives the composition a sense of balance and breathing room. Each figure retains its own gesture and personality, yet collectively they become part of something larger—a fitting metaphor for family itself. Waterous’s sculptural technique allows the figures to project from the canvas and cast delicate shadows, adding movement and depth that shift subtly with the surrounding light. Beyond its joyful palette, Family Circle carries an emotional message that is instantly relatable. For collectors, it is a work that can commemorate family, community, or togetherness while remaining sophisticated, contemporary, and visually compelling in a home or gathering space.