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Special November Offer for my Newsletter Subscribers
Though many people have less than positive feelings about the month of November, I’ve often found inspiration in the subtlety of the colours, and sometimes very still days. And so, I’ve prepared a special selection of works for
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Selected Works for Summer
To celebrate summer solstice, and before everyone starts to enjoy more seasonal activities, I thought I'd share this selection of especially seasonal works for you to enjoy.Hope you enjoy these joyful summery works, and
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Sketchbook challenge - part II
I’d like to share a few more of my entries from the second part of the self paced 30 day sketchbook challenge I began around mid January. It’s been such an enriching exercise, especially on days when studio time was limited. I could still work on something without the same pressures that may arise when... Read More -
Winter months in the studio — some things I’m working on
Settling into the inevitability of long cold winter months is part of the yearly cycle where I live. Getting cozy, having comforting routines, and appreciating the positive aspects of the season are vital to maintaining a good equilibrium. Now as the days are getting noticeably longer, I feel a... Read More -
A selection of small paintings
Since late summer I’ve been working on, and preparing some smaller paintings for this year end selection of 20 works under 200. There are both acrylics and watercolours in this selection including a small series, 'Island Dreams’, and a second series ‘In June’ featuring the movement and vivid... Read More -
Early Autumn in the studio
As we move into the early, flamboyant period of autumn it’s a good time to look back on summer and sift through the disorder accumulated in the studio. Though I really love the chaotic messiness of creativity, every now and then things get to be too much and it becomes difficult to think, or even... Read More -
Lullaby chosen by CARFAC Maritimes
I was so honoured when this recent painting was chosen by my artist colleagues at CARFAC Maritimes (Canadian Artists’ Representaion/Le front des artistes canadiens) as the image for our seasonal email greetings last December. Then I forgot to post it here, so a quick update — only six months late! More... Read More -
Recently added work
You can see paintings I’ve spent several months preparing for the site collected together here. Lots of original works in an affordable price range for you to enjoy. Read More -
A painting through its development
Recently I documented a new piece I was working on through all its stages of development. From the awkward, energetic, and raw beginnings through the chaotic middle phases, and finally the resolution of the work. Each painting is its own journey. I hope you enjoy seeing part of the process of this... Read More -
Remembering Elaine Amyot
Last month a much loved member of our arts community died. Elaine Amyot was a visual artist, writer, and active member of the local community for many years. We first met Elaine when we had our art gallery, Joie de Vivre - contemporary art & craft, and we represented her for several years. Besides... Read More -
Return from a working retreat
In late June I was on a two-week working retreat on Prince Edward Island. Something I had been planning to do for a few years and finally managed. It was profoundly peaceful and I was able to clear my mind a bit and enjoy periods of intense focus on my work. It would be so wonderful to be able to... Read More -
Concrete Representation, current show at Galerie Moncton Gallery
Form January 9th to March 1st, 2017 at Galerie Moncton Gallery, Moncton City Hall. You can also see the selection of work on the show's mini-site. Read More -
Entering Silence at Galerie Assomption Gallery
March and April 2015 - My show Entering Silence will be up at Galerie Assomption Gallery in downtown Moncton, NB. Read More -
November 2014 - Back in the studio
Many heartfelt thanks to everyone who came out to the Open Studio during the last 2 Sundays of October, and also to all of you who couldn’t make it and sent kind words. It was a great time of year to open our doors and the special Silent Auction was lots of fun. This was the fourth year that I’ve... Read More -
35 years ago, on January 22nd
35 years ago, on January 22nd, I wrote these words in my journal. I was a young art student then and this was an important step for me, for so many reasons. I didn't want anyone or anything to interfere or disturb my intent, and so I took my first steps in seclusion while on a year long break away... Read More -
A Dictionary of Canadian Artists by Colin S. MacDonald
Many artists may not know about this impressive publication. I know I live under a rock a lot of the time, and I wasn't aware of this dictionary until early this month when I was also very excited to discover that I'm included in it. Read More
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