CHARLES PACHTER "PLUNGE", 1970Charles Pachter is one of the most collected and cherished Canadian artists. His iconic, uplifting and patriotic images have independently earned their place in the nation's museums from coast to coast. While Pachters work shares some characteristics with Jim Dine and David Hockney, his style is resoundingly charming, singular and uniquely Canadian. Reminiscent of Pachter's iconic Moose Plunge, this early print, "Plunge", is an elegant example of

Charles Pachter’s work frequently explores iconic images of Canada that are both patriotic and playful

Note: a larger version of this work is available for $2

Holzer tried to emulate a similar style for her essays

and unique version of Pop Art

his style is resoundingly charming

the Portrait Gallery of Canada

33”H 40”W (framed)

Noland challenges the strict geometric lines of his chevron form

They are interesting contrasts to his famous portraits (commissioned by City and Country Home Magazine) done during 1988-1991

the Metropolitan

embracing an unconventional tool led to a distinct and new aesthetic

a medium that would become central to his work for the next five years