Anna Milton ‘Night Flight’ – 1995 Angel Mixed Media

Titled Night Flight, this original 1995 mixed media work by Welsh-Canadian artist Anna Milton captures a moment of quiet transcendence. Signed at the lower left, the piece presents an angelic figure in profile, her golden curls dancing against a deep, starlit sky as she watches a pale bird soar across the scene.

Milton’s signature layering of gouache, watercolor, and ink results in a richly textured composition that blends folk art warmth with mystical symbolism. The expressive rendering of the figure, combined with the simplicity of the backdrop, evokes a sense of stillness and spiritual longing—hallmarks of Milton’s contemplative visual language.

Framed under glass in a gently gilded wood frame, the work is noted with its original price of $250 verso. A luminous and evocative example from Milton’s sought-after mid-1990s period.

About the Artist: Anna Milton

Anna Milton is a Welsh-born, Canadian-based artist celebrated for her richly layered mixed media works that intertwine symbolic narratives with vibrant color palettes. Born in Swansea, Wales, she earned her BA Honours from Cardiff College of Art before immigrating to Canada in 1977. Initially settling in Alberta, she later established her artistic career in Vancouver and currently resides in the Cowichan Valley on Vancouver Island.

Milton's artistic process involves creating drawings on rice or Japanese papers, which she lifts from inked plates and collages onto canvas. She then enhances these compositions with watercolours, acrylics, and gouache, often incorporating maps to reflect the significance of place in her work. 

Beyond her personal practice, Milton has contributed significantly to the community as an art therapist in North Vancouver, facilitating sessions for diverse groups including children, trauma victims, and the elderly. She co-founded the Miramar Arts Society, promoting integrated arts programs, and led community projects like “A Stitch in Time,” a collaborative textile installation now displayed at the John Braithwaite Community Centre.

Milton's work has been exhibited internationally, with shows in Canada, the UK, and other countries, reflecting her enduring commitment to exploring themes of identity, memory, and spirituality through art.

Condition

In excellent condition overall. Artwork and glazing are clean with no signs of wear. Frame shows light scuffing along edges, consistent with careful handling.

Dimensions

Overall (framed): 13.75 x 16.75 inches
Visible (sight): 10.5 x 11.5 inches