NEWS — oil paintings

In my experience, paintings that have been a joy to create are easier to part with when we know the story behind a collector’s decision to acquire the artwork....  The original oil painting, “Iris 2, Blossom where you Grow” was recently purchased by one of my personal friends, Yuko.  Read on to find out about this art collector's story.

Gallery at Victoria Hall has offered me a shared exhibition with Westmount artist Tracey Steer.  The proposed dates for this show are: Exhibition: February 18 to March 17th, 2023 Vernissage: February 17th, from 6 pm to 8 pm.   To say I'm delighted is an understatement! Previous to the 2023 exhibition... In October 2021, I presented a solo exhibition of painted peonies titled "Beauty for Ashes" at Galerie Erga, Montreal. The concept addressed the notion of "emotional healing" and the colour "pink" provided a visual thread throughout.  It took 2 years.... the challenges during 2020 to 21 provided the tension necessary to crystallize my idea as I painted these works.  You can read...

I'm delighted to announce that my entry, "A Bunch of Roses" original oil painting, has been named semi-finalist in Engage Art'22 contest.  HOW "A Bunch of Roses" FITS INTO CONTEST This artwork was entered as a dedication to the concept of the "Spiritual Battle".  Presenting in the entry, I outline how my artwork, specifically the painted rose, and the creative process, illuminate the Spiritual Battle, and relate to Ephesians 6:10-20. In essence, I would consider the creation of art in alignment with putting on “The Full Armour of God".   Click here to visit my entry, "A Bunch of Roses", Semi-Finalist Visit this link to see...

Each new year is begun with a creative project that inspires and challenges. This year I decided on a painting.  Here's the VIDEO SERIES that chronicled my progress while painting, and it's dedication to Ephesians 6:10-20.