Peter Wyse

Peter Wyse is a Canadian painter whose work is rooted in the landscapes, stories, and the quiet rituals of everyday life. From children racing down snowy slopes and hockey played on frozen ponds to wandering bears, passing orcas, and the family pet that knows more than it should, his paintings celebrate the moments that shape our memories and deepen our sense of belonging. With warmth and humour, Wyse captures the details that give a place—and a life—its character.

Represented by galleries across Canada and collected internationally, Peter Wyse is recognized for his bold use of colour, strong design, and gift for visual storytelling. Over more than twenty-five years, he has developed a distinctive process of layering, sanding, and polishing acrylic paint to create the velvety finish that has become a hallmark of his work.

An avid mountain biker and explorer of British Columbia’s coast, Wyse draws inspiration from the flora and fauna of the Pacific Northwest, where changing light and unexpected encounters often find their way into his paintings.

Beneath the playful surface of his work is the promise: joy matters.

Peter Wyse is a proud partner of UNICEF.