The painting featuring a Chippea Creek beneath a forest draws inspiration from E. Pauline Johnson's poem "Dawendine" by highlighting the serene yet powerful relationship between water and the landscape. Johnson's work celebrates the natural world as a source of strength and solace, and the depiction of the creek reflects this sentiment, flowing gracefully through the canvas.
 
The shimmering water and surrounding flora evoke the poem's themes of harmony and connection to the land, inviting viewers to immerse themselves in the tranquility of the scene. Through rich colors and fluid lines, the artwork captures the essence of Johnson's reverence for nature, illustrating how the Chippea Creek embodies both the beauty and resilience found in the wilderness, echoing the profound cultural narratives embedded in her poetry.