Some came for a visit 10-15 years ago and never left; others have been lucky enough to be born and raised here. But wherever they may have come from, for the residents of Denman Island there is only one place to call home. For many of the local artists, world famous painters and potters this island is a paradise.
One such artist is Gordon Hutchens. Gordon is a soft spoken artist who teaches his art all over the world. With a kiln almost as large as a Volkswagen, Gordon has a huge and impressive stock of the finest pottery one can imagine. In his workshop, we were interrupted at times by customers from all over the continent; each having left excited and well stocked with one of a kind art. My meet and greet with Gordon and the opportunity to photograph him in action is most certainly the highlight of my stay.
The residents of Denman Island are fiercely loyal when it comes to keeping their environment safe and clean. Everybody recycles everything. In a very friendly and persistent manner they will share with you advice about water use and restrictions. As a community they work towards a shared goal of making this island their own personal oasis.
With a free store, local live music once a week and a real sense of community I have quickly fallen in love with the landscape and residents of this tiny island paradise. I am back on the road again, but not without promising myself that I will be back to share some more stories and beers with the people that quickly became my friends.
Though the ferry ride is short the lapse in time is monumental.
P.S. I would also like to mention not only the wonderful coffee but great company that can be found at Kaffe Klatsch.
-Gypsy Jack
Written by Jesi J Driessen
Written by Jesi J Driessen
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