Spring Bloom - original art by Pat SheaSpring Bloom Original Oil on Canvas by Pat Shea. Many of my works are inspired by our cottage on Echo Lake. It was here where I started plein air painting. After experiencing plein air painting, I understood why The Group of Seven used 8 x 10 boards or canvas. You can capture the idea, and the colour, and complete a scene this size in an hour or so. Its a sophisticated eye that will see the paintings and really understand. It shows an appreciation for