Artists' Statement Working in encaustics (beeswax), Angela Lane creates joyful impressions of her ‘happy places’ in luminous, colourful art that reflects how she see nature through her hikes and kayak trips across the lakes of Northern Ontario and digging deep in her gardens. Nature Inspires Joy We live in a connected beautiful, awe-inspiring natural world - the light, colour and energy move me. This is my ‘happy place’ and if I listen carefully, I can hear it sing. Whether I am exploring a new territory on travels or closer to home hiking Ontario trails, kayaking our beautiful lakes or simply digging deep in my gardens, my response is always a general lifting of spirit that feeds a deep-rooted joyful attitude of heart. This is what I hope to share through my work.