Ted Harrison moved with his family to the Yukon in 1967 in search of adventure and renewal, and the region would become his beloved home for the next 25 years. Immersed in the vast northern landscape, Harrison found inspiration in its luminous colours, dramatic vistas and boundless skies, which profoundly transformed his artistic vision. His style evolved to embrace bold, vibrant hues and expressive, unconventional lines.

Home from the City exemplifies his signature approach, juxtaposing the lively charm of families, pets and small houses with the grandeur of rolling hills and radiant skies. Deep-blue and purple clouds swirl around a brilliant yellow sun, whose warmth is echoed in the fluorescent yellow houses below. The title likely alludes to a journey from Whitehorse back to nearby Carcross, the community that served as Harrison’s primary base during his years in the North. In Home from the City, Harrison not only celebrates the physical beauty of the region but also evokes a powerful sense of belonging and connection, highlighting the interplay between human life and the natural world.

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