Video gallery · Graham Watts

Inside the Studio: Graham Watts Artist Videos

Meet the Vancouver-based Canadian oil painter through short films about his creative process, wildlife and landscape paintings, Whistler exhibitions and life on the West Coast.

The artist in motion

The story behind the paintings

Painting is usually experienced as a finished object. These films reveal what surrounds it: the observation, movement, colour decisions, public events and personal connection to British Columbia that shape Graham Watts Artist Videos work.

Watch a short documentary, join Graham at Arts Whistler’s Art on the Lake, hear him discuss his artistic path, and discover the mountain experience behind his painting 7th Heaven.

Four short films

Meet Graham through his work

Each film opens only when selected, keeping this gallery light and fast while giving the artwork room to speak.

Documentary short

The Artist Behind the Paintings

A portrait of Graham’s creative practice—from observing Canadian wildlife and Western landscapes to building luminous colour, texture and dramatic light in oil.

Read Graham’s full story →

Live painting · Whistler

Art on the Lake

Graham paints in public on Alta Lake during Arts Whistler’s 2022 celebration of visual art, live music and the mountain community.

Explore exhibitions & events →

Artist interview

Meet Graham Watts

A concise introduction to Graham’s background, artistic direction and connection to the landscapes between Vancouver and Whistler. Video by Vivian Davidson of Vida Productions.

Explore the complete portfolio →

Painting story · Whistler

7th Heaven, Whistler Blackcomb

The mountain experience behind a 30 × 40-inch oil painting of Blackcomb Peak overlooking the runs of 7th Heaven.

Explore mountain & landscape art →

Videos are hosted by Vimeo and load only after you press play.

Continue the story

See the paintings beyond the screen

Explore Graham’s complete Canadian art portfolio, find an exhibition, or follow the studio’s latest films on YouTube.

View the portfolio Visit YouTube