The Day the Mill Stopped

9 x 12 in // 22.86 x 30.38 cm

Oil on linen panel

2025

Inspired by a friend’s story recalling the night that the Georgia Pacific Mill came to a halt forever. He lived across the street from the mill and was so used to the constant noise that the was startled awake by the gentle sound of waves on the beach.

Painted from life at Maritime Heritage Park, Bellingham WA.