Carla Daly approaches the cityscape by balancing structured lines with a sense of whimsical discovery. In this vertical arrangement, the dense urban fabric of Vancouver is reimagined as a series of bright, stacked elements that lead the eye from the bustling streets up toward the skyline. The work avoids the coldness of traditional architectural drawing, opting instead for a hand-drawn quality that feels personal and lived-in.

By utilizing a portrait orientation, Daly emphasizes the verticality of the city’s glass towers and mountainous backdrop. The palette is bold and deliberate, capturing the specific light of a coastal metropolis where the water meets the pavement. Every corner of the frame is filled with narrative detail, inviting a close reading of the landmarks that define the spirit of the Canadian West Coast.