Winter Baptism in Alberta
Glen S. Hopkinson (American, b. 1946)
Oil on canvas, 24 x 30 in.
Set against a snow-blanketed Alberta landscape, this evocative painting by Glen Hopkinson captures the sacred stillness of a frontier baptism. With a masterful balance of realism and impressionism, Hopkinson conveys both the harsh chill of winter and the quiet warmth of shared faith. The fire burning at the river’s edge and the reverent gathering of figures underscore a deep spiritual commitment—an act of devotion amid hardship.
Born in Laramie, Wyoming, Hopkinson was shaped by the visual storytelling of his father, Harold Hopkinson, a painter and educator. After studying with prominent illustrators and earning a BFA from Brigham Young University, Glen embarked on a career that has spanned five decades. His work reflects a lifelong dedication to family, faith, and the American West. Today, his paintings reside in numerous public and private collections, and his visual storytelling continues to illuminate historical and spiritual themes with power and grace.
