Artist's Statement
I paint abstracts because the process captivates me. Hours fly by as a drip, swirl, scrape of glorious colors and textures forms a finished painting. This is my sandbox. And when I paint a recognizable subject, like a dog or gorilla, I am not aiming to get a photo realistic image, rather the spirit of personality, the glint of character in their eyes and attitude in the pose. To me all else is in service.
I love being outside in the forest, by the river, looking underwater. I have a gigantic respect for the natural world, its wonders, it's dangers. In my art, I work with an emphasis on process and movement in abstracted subjects from nature and it's inhabitants. I enjoy layering color, glazes, and creating textures to explore design.
A B.A. from the University of British Columbia on the study of literature, film, and creative writing combined with an Art Therapy Diploma from the Vancouver Art Therapy Institute (VATI) further inform and influence my approach.
In addition to V.A.T.I. training, I am always taking workshops and reading about new ways to use materials and learn techniques. So a series of art courses and workshops have laid a foundation of skills. I have been fortunate to attend workshops and courses at a wide variety of locations including but not limited to: Creative Visionary Program-Art2Life Nicholas Wilton, Find Your Voice-Louise Fletcher, Mike Svob, Robert Burridge, Adeline Halvorson, Emily Carr art, Burnaby Arts Centre, Alberta College of Art and Design, North Mount Pleasant Arts Centre, Wild Flower Arts Centre, University of Calgary, Calgary School of Art, and Red Deer College Summer Art Series and Federation of Canadian Artists workshops, among others.
My work employs acrylics and mixed media on paper, canvas, and wood surfaces. I also work in oil. Some of my paintings are in private collection in Ottawa, Ont., Vancouver, B.C., Victoria, B.C., Drayton Valley, AB, Saskatoon, Sask., and Calgary, Alberta. I am an active member of the Federation of Canadian Artists and President of the Calgary Sketch and Painting Club September 2019 to May 2025. Each day is a new opportunity to continue to study art, experiment with forms, and enjoy life.
A B.A. from the University of British Columbia on the study of literature, film, and creative writing combined with an Art Therapy Diploma from the Vancouver Art Therapy Institute (VATI) further inform and influence my approach.
In addition to V.A.T.I. training, I am always taking workshops and reading about new ways to use materials and learn techniques. So a series of art courses and workshops have laid a foundation of skills. I have been fortunate to attend workshops and courses at a wide variety of locations including but not limited to: Creative Visionary Program-Art2Life Nicholas Wilton, Find Your Voice-Louise Fletcher, Mike Svob, Robert Burridge, Adeline Halvorson, Emily Carr art, Burnaby Arts Centre, Alberta College of Art and Design, North Mount Pleasant Arts Centre, Wild Flower Arts Centre, University of Calgary, Calgary School of Art, and Red Deer College Summer Art Series and Federation of Canadian Artists workshops, among others.
My work employs acrylics and mixed media on paper, canvas, and wood surfaces. I also work in oil. Some of my paintings are in private collection in Ottawa, Ont., Vancouver, B.C., Victoria, B.C., Drayton Valley, AB, Saskatoon, Sask., and Calgary, Alberta. I am an active member of the Federation of Canadian Artists and President of the Calgary Sketch and Painting Club September 2019 to May 2025. Each day is a new opportunity to continue to study art, experiment with forms, and enjoy life.
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