The pieces in this show are the beginnings for an ongoing project entitled "100 Dresses".
In this solo project I will be creating 100 paintings and sketches of dresses that I have either purchased from thrift stores or have had donated to me.
Every dress already has a story that needs to be told.
I try to capture this story in my work. Some paintings are evocative while others poignant and some just plain fun. Dresses on hangers without form: calm, elegant, still. Dresses with form:...
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Events
Conversations with an Urban Crow – Show
My solo show "Conversations with an Urban Crow" is opening on April 13. The opening reception is from 6:30 - 8:30.
There will be approximately 30 pieces for sale, with sizes from 4 x 4 up to 24 x 24. Here's a sneak peak!
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Pre-Shrunk 2018
It's Preshrunk time at Argyle Fine Art again! I love this show. I think it is my fav. This year I'm doing some animals...cows and pigs to be exact.
All these little guys are 4 x 5 inches and on cradled birch panels.
UPDATE: All these little guys have found new homes.
Photos from the show
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Art Residency 2017
I have been offered a 2 week Art Residency by the Parrsboro Creative, here in Nova Scotia.
Parrsboro is in a part of the province that I have never visited, and from what I hear it's quite a magical place. I will have 2 weeks to focus just on my art. There will be opportunities to get out and paint plein air, collaborate with local artists and offer an open studio to the public.
I will be in Residence from September 4 - 17.
Discover the Town of Parrsboro, Nova Scotia
More Parrsbo...
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ART-ON-THE-GO Workshop
I will be teaching a one day Pastel Workshop for Argyle Fine Art and DeSerres "Art-on-the-Go Project
Where: COLE HARBOUR HERITAGE FARM
When: Sunday, June 18th, 1-3pm
Contact Argyle Fine Art at 902.425.9456 for costs and more details.
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Pastel Workshop at Keshen Goodman Public Library
I will be teaching a FREE short workshop at the Keshen Goodman Library in Halifax on November 16 at 7 pm. If you would like to attend you will need to register through the library. All supplies included.
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Pastel Workshop – Sept 1/2016
Pastel workshop for beginners
Join me for the day and learn how to work with this wonderful and versatile medium. This workshop is suitable for beginners and requires no drawing ability. All art materials included for use during workshop! (I also have a small number of pastels for purchase)
Small workshop with room for only 4 people.
When: Wednesday August 10
Time: 10 – 2 pm (break for lunch)
Cost: $50
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Wednesday’s Pastel Workshop
Yesterday I taught a small Pastel Workshop. I only had room for 4 students this time, but it was perfect because all my students got lots of attention!
Here are some photos of the wonderful work my students did. Most of them had no prior knowledge with using pastels so it was a new, interesting, messy and exciting experience for everyone.
Everyone started with a different colour monochromatic underpainting giving all the paintings a different look.
And a quick block-in unfini...
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One Day Pastel Workshop on August 10
Pastel workshop for beginners
Join me for the day and learn how to work with this wonderful and versatile medium. This workshop is suitable for beginners and requires no drawing ability. All art materials included for use during workshop! (I also have a small number of pastels for purchase)
Small workshop with room for only 4-5 people.
When: Wednesday August 10
Time: 10 – 2 pm (break for lunch)
Cost: $50
Where: My studio - Clayton Park area
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