Now Available at Made in the Maritimes
Abundance 4 20"x20" (shown) and Abundance 5 24"x20"
In this series, dive beneath the surface of the ocean to explore the peaceful, yet vibrant, world that exists within the coral reef at night. When the sun goes down the coral, itself, wakes up and is the epicentre of a rich synergetic ecosystem. A world replete with life and abundance.
In these underwater abstract pieces, fluidity and movement are shown in a rich vibrant palette set against the deepest indigo blue. If you look closely, you may see lionfish, shellfish, and other creatures who live within the depths. Each piece has a super high gloss resin finish.
This work is painted on cradled birch. Painting continues around edges. This painting has been professionally finished, and is ready to hang on your wall.
Resin Cheeseboard Workshop: New Date Added
Join me for a fun night of pouring at Argyle Fine Art Gallery.
RESIN POURING WORKSHOP (A brand new tray design)
You'll be pouring on a bamboo serving platter to create a beautiful cheeseboard using resin. Functional art at it's best!
No experience necessary!
Wednesday, April 17, 2019 6:30-8:30pm $65 (Please note that this date was postponed by the gallery due to unforeseen circumstances. New date will be announced soon.)
Contact Argyle Fine Art to secure your spot!
902.425.9456
2 WORKSHOPS: Acrylic Pouring Workshop and Resin Tray Workshop
Join me for a fun night of pouring at Argyle Fine Art Gallery.
Workshop 1: You will learn how to use easy techniques to create various interesting effects with acrylic pouring medium. You will create your own 8x10 poured acrylic art on wood panel to take home.
Tuesday, February 6, 2019 6:30-8:30pm $50 (This date is FULL)
Workshop 2: RESIN POURING VALENTINE WORKSHOP
You'll be making a beautiful TRAY using resin! Functional art at it's best!
Wednesday, February 13th 6:30-8:30pm $65 (This date is FULL) SNOW DATE! Changed to Feb 15th 6:30pm-8:30pm
Contact Argyle Fine Art to secure your spot!
902.425.9456
New Work at Made in the Maritimes for the Holiday Season
You won't believe the gift choices at Made in the Maritimes! Every piece is chosen with care. From stocking stuffers to statement pieces, they have something for everyone.
Each location is special. Visit them all if you can. The Bedford location is gorgeous and has loads of free underground parking if it's chilly outside. The Hydrostone location has a special ambiance, like no other. Strolling to this shop is an experience in itself. A kiosk in Scotia Square is new this season for convenient downtown shopping in Halifax.
New Treasures at Argyle Fine Art Gallery
Seashell Treasures and Resin Pendants are now available at Argyle Fine Art Gallery. As of the time of writing this there are only 2 pendants and 8 Seashell Treasures remaining at the gallery. These would make a very special gift this holiday season.
Each item was inspired by my love of the ocean.
Click on each item for more details and to contact the gallery for more info or to order.
Pop Up Shop at Argyle Fine Art Gallery
A big thank you to everyone who came out to the pop up shop at Argyle Fine Art Gallery on Saturday. I had a lot of fun meeting new people and seeing old friends, alike.
Pop Up Shop
I'll have my Oceany Goodness artful gift items, and Kris Webster and Lil Crump will be there too.
Argyle Fine Art Gallery
Halifax, Nova Scotia
December 1, 2018
1-3pm
New work at Made in the Maritimes
I am hanging onto every last bit of summer.
I recently delivered new acrylic seascapes (like this one here), resin ocean paintings, and sea glass ceramic coasters to Made in the Maritimes. You can check out my gallery pages for details on some of the paintings.
"Let's Go to the Beach"
Acrylic on Stretched Canvas
20"x10"
$550 CAD
Live Painting and Art Exhibition
G7 Oceans Partnership Summit
I am delighted to be exhibiting 15 paintings and creating a live painting of the ocean for the G7 Oceans Partnership Summit
Public Inspiration Expo
September 20, 2018 | Halifax Convention Centre
8:30am-5pm
If you are in Halifax please join us for this inspiring and educational Expo. It's for YOU and free!
This free public event is part of the G7 Leaders’ Summit and will shine a spotlight on sustainable fisheries; resilient coastlines; and taking action on ocean plastic pollution. See live entertainment, interactive exhibits, speakers, films, technology and much more, and discover what government and business leaders are doing – and what you can do – to protect the world’s largest natural resource – our Oceans. www.globeseries.com/g7-oceans
Murphy Oceans Gallery Permanent Acquisition
The Discovery Centre on the Halifax waterfront recently opened the Murphy Oceans Gallery; featuring ocean technology, climate change, and hands-on learning about endemic sea creatures.
I was excited to create a live painting of the ocean at their opening reception on World Oceans Day 2018. I am honoured that this painting, "Ocean Dreams" will be permanently on display in the gallery.
"Ocean Dreams" 48"x30" Acrylic and Sand on Canvas
Ocean Art Exhibition
G7 Environment Ministers' Meeting
I am truly honoured to provide an Ocean Art Exhibit for the G7 Ministerial Meetings focusing on Working Together on Climate Change, Oceans and Clean Energy
September 19, 2018 | Halifax Convention Centre
The participants of the Ministers' Meetings will be surrounded by 15 of my Ocean Paintings throughout the day during their sessions on Climate Change, Oceans and Clean Energy.
"Achieving a more sustainable future requires tackling climate change, improving the health of the world’s oceans, and transforming the way we produce, transport and use energy. The interconnected world that we live in requires us to work with international partners to develop truly global solutions. Canada and its G7 partners recognize the urgent need to accelerate the transition towards a sustainable, resilient, low carbon future.
Read the G7 public engagement paper on Working together on climate change, oceans and clean energy to learn more about the transition to a sustainable future."
(Information and photo credit: https://g7.gc.ca/en/g7-presidency/themes/working-together-climate-change-oceans-clean-energy/ )
East Coast Living Magazine
Discover Your Personal Style Through Art
See the Spring Issue of East Coast Living Magazine for an article featuring my dining room and some of my art collection.
I’ve layered art pieces we love and have collected over time, with my own artwork, to help tell our family’s story.
Life is a Slice Group Show June 30th 12-2pm
Join me at Argyle Fine Art Gallery
1559 Barrington Street
Halifax, Nova Scotia
This Saturday, June 30th
12-2pm
30 artists have created their own unique little slice of life in this highly anticipated group show.
CANADA DAY WEEKEND - ONE DAY SHOW
LIFE IS A SLICE!: Small slices of Art by 30 artists!
Works will range in prices with some of the works up for auction! DOORS OPEN at NOON and show continues until 2pm. All works will be online (Argyle Fine Art Gallery) at NOON for those of you living abroad. No pre-sales- first come first serve!
Finding Depth Show May 11-June 2
Update: Many works from this show are still on display in the lower gallery at Argyle Fine Art Gallery.
Please visit Argyle Fine Art to view "Finding Depth" in person May 11th - June 2.
These mixed media works are created using many layers of acrylic, sand, inks, and resin. They have a depth, dimension, and texture that is impossible to capture fully in a photo.
Click here to view all 20 works online if you can't make it in person.
Artist Statement:
Finding Depth
Why do I paint the ocean? I was asking the question repeatedly.
The answer came to me out of the blue, while painting deep water. It felt familiar. As though I knew it all along, and had only forgotten it for a while.
The answer is this: The process of painting ocean makes me joyful and calm. Centered. Like meditation. Like therapy. Making art for art sake is the purpose. It is deep, yet so simple.
"Smell the sea and feel the sky,
let your soul and spirit fly,
into the mystic"
-Van Morrison
Bermuda Society of Arts Spring Member's Show May 4-29
Update: These works are still available from the gallery. Please contact Gallery Director, Nzingha Ming.
I am very pleased to be exhibiting with BSoA for their Spring Member's Show. This group show runs from May 4-29th. If you are in Bermuda please stop by to see the show.
I was lucky enough to call Bermuda home for a number of years. My family has very strong ties to the island. My time spent living in a Bermudian cottage on a hill overlooking the sea still shapes my art to this day.
Four shiny mixed media works are included in the show. Each one features a different aerial view of the Bermudian coastline, and includes real purified Bermuda pink sand. Two have waves and two are calm and quiet, like the one pictured here,"And Still I Believe".
Oceans Gallery Opening Reception
The Discovery Centre on the Halifax waterfront is opening a new Oceans Gallery; featuring ocean technology, climate change, and hands-on learning about endemic sea creatures.
I am excited to be creating a live painting of the ocean at their opening reception on World Oceans Day 2018.
Oceans Gallery Opening Reception, Discovery Centre, Date June 8, 2018
More about the Discovery Centre:
"The Discovery Centre is a non-profit, registered charitable organization that is passionate about its mission to bring STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and math) to life through fun, interactive learning experiences.
From its beginnings as a traveling science show to its spectacular new home on the Halifax Waterfront, the Discovery Centre has grown a lot over 30 years of operation.
But through it all, the Centre has stayed true to its vision: using its facility, people and passion to demonstrate how STEAM can empower our youth, grow Nova Scotia’s knowledge-based economy and inspire an innovative culture by showcasing our best and brightest." - thediscoverycentre.ca
Art Talk and Acrylic Pouring Workshop
Join me for a fun night of acrylic pouring at Argyle Fine Art Gallery.
I will chat about my multi-layered ocean art and my process with various mixed fluid media to create my artworks.
Then, I will show you how to use easy techniques to create various interesting effects with acrylic pouring medium. You will create your own 8x10 poured acrylic art on wood panel to take home.
Tuesday, May 29 6:30-8:30pm $50 (This date is FULL)
Second workshop added!
Tuesday, June 5 6:30-8:30pm $50 (This date is FULL)
Add your name to the wait list here:
902-425-9456 or gallery@argylefa.com
Live Painting
Want to see me paint live?
Drop by Made in the Maritimes in the vibrant Hydrostone Market neighbourhood on Saturday, May 12th for I Love Local's Open Cityevent.
There will be samples and specials. It's the perfect opportunity to find a local handmade Mother's Day gift. Be sure to say hello to me.
I will be painting live from 11am-1pm.