One of the paintings in Summerland artist Jane Blagborne鈥檚 exhibit addresses the tariff war involving the United States and Canada.

The painting, Elbows Up, features a Canada goose, on a background of maple leaves, preparing to defend itself against an orange eagle.

Blagborne said the image was inspired by the tariff war with the United States and the ongoing 51st State comments made by the U.S. president since December.

The image is one of many paintings in Blagborne鈥檚 exhibit, Colours of Nature, which opened May 1 at the Summerland Art Gallery. The exhibit continues until June 20.

Blagborne said her art reflects her interest in birds, animals and trees. She said she believes society lacks value in nature and its gifts.

鈥淚 hope in some way my artwork can stimulate our residents to stop staring at their cell phones and engage with this incredible valley we live in,鈥� she said.

Blagborne grew up in Summerland but later left the community to pursue a career in nursing. She returned to the community 20 years ago.

The exhibit can be seen at the gallery, in the Ryga Arts and Cultural Centre, 9525 Wharton St. The gallery is open Tuesday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.