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CSS11 – Whitefish Bay
$250.00 – $1,330.00
Ron Suchiu’s “Whitefish Bay” painting immortalizes the Edmund Fitzgerald, not in the tragedy of its final hours, but in its full glory—captured before disaster struck. This piece, created in collaboration with environmentalist Dr. David Suzuki and featuring a partnership with iconic artist Gordon Lightfoot, reflects Suchiu’s commitment to using art for a greater cause. Through his “Legacy Painting” approach, Suchiu chooses to depict the ship as a symbol of strength and legacy rather than the destruction that defined its final moments.
Drawing inspiration from his childhood memories of the ship, visible as he swam in the Detroit River, Suchiu frames the iconic vessel with a stunning backdrop of Windsor’s Ambassador Bridge, seamlessly weaving it into his “Canadian Southland Series.” The artwork transports viewers to a time when the ship stood proudly on the water, untouched by the storm that would eventually claim it. This thoughtful, serene interpretation captures the spirit of the Edmund Fitzgerald, reflecting Suchiu’s ability to bring emotional depth and grace to his subjects.
Now available as a limited edition print, “Whitefish Bay” offers collectors a unique piece that blends historical significance with artistic elegance—an unforgettable tribute to both the ship and the cause it represents.
Available Print Types:
- 650 Signed & Numbered 13″x18″
- 65 Artist’s Proof 13″x18″
- 7 Printer’s Proof 13″x18″
Customize your print package.
Framing Options
Artist's Choice Frame #1
Hand Finished Natural Wood
Size of framed Whitefish Bay print is 25″w x 31″h.
Every Suchiu Art frame is hand-selected by the artist using only archival-grade, museum-quality materials designed to preserve and promote the lifetime value and quality of the artwork.
All Suchiu Art frames are hand-crafted, cut, assembled, and finished under the scrutiny of Suchiu and his certified Master Framer, making each frame a work of art in itself.
The Hand Finished Natural Wood frame elevates your print with a textured accent and fits seamlessly into any rustic interior decor. Each frame has been hand-finished by Suchiu Art professionals and inspected by the artist, increasing the aesthetic function and overall value of the art piece
Artist's Choice Frame #2
Cool Raven Black
Size of framed Whitefish Bay print is 24″w x 30″h.
This stylish, sleek profile Contemporary Frame accentuates the drama of the art piece while preserving the artwork's lifetime quality and protecting its value with archival-grade, museum-quality materials hand-selected by the artist.
All Suchiu Art frames are hand-crafted, cut, assembled, and finished under the scrutiny of Suchiu and his certified Master Framer, making each frame a work of art in itself.
Unframed Ltd Edition Print
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Hand-drawn Custom Remarque
Hi, I thank you for visiting all of my art pieces.
If you order the custom remarque, I will hand sketch and colorize it on the lower margin, especially for you personally. These small art pieces are actual original artworks and are signed by me.
There is no better way to enhance the presentation and the value of the Suchiu Art in your collection. ~Ron Suchiu~

The painting of this piece
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