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ICONOGRAPHY: the Art of Brandy Saturley

Brandy Saturley is a Canadian artist known for her vibrant and captivating paintings that capture the spirit of Canadian culture and identity. With a unique style that blends realism and abstraction, Saturley’s work explores the landscapes, people, and icons of Canada. From the rugged beauty of her west coast home, she creates her own ‘iconography’ informed by her travels across Canada and beyond. In this blog, we will delve into the life and art of Brandy Saturley, exploring her creative process, inspirations, and the themes that underpin her work. We will also share news about new paintings, upcoming art shows and travels in Art. Join us as we discover the world of one of Canada’s most exciting and innovative contemporary artists.

Essence of Outdoor Hockey on Canvas

Essence of Outdoor Hockey on Canvas

Capturing the Essence of Outdoor Hockey on Canvas – Skating on Frozen Lakes There’s something exhilarating about skating and playing hockey outdoors—especially on a glacial lake at the base of the Rocky Mountains. The crisp air, the sound…

Commissioned Oversized Landscape Paintings

Commissioned Oversized Landscape Paintings

Landscapes, Oversized Paintings

What It Takes to Make Commissioned Oversized Landscape Paintings Creating a painting takes time, but crafting a commissioned oversized landscape, the size of a mural, demands months of effort and is both a mental and physical…

Artwork Display in Toronto

Artwork Display in Toronto

Art Licensing in Canada: Digital Artwork Display in Toronto I'm thrilled to announce that my recent artwork, Spirit of Remembrance: a modern take on Remembrance Day, will be displayed digitally all week in the heart of Toronto, Canada at 2…

Canadian Art Licensing Opportunity

Canadian Art Licensing Opportunity

Discover the Unique Appeal of Brandy Saturley’s Iconic Canadian Art: A Licensing Opportunity Step into the captivating world of Brandy Saturley, a celebrated contemporary Canadian artist known for transforming the Canadian experience into…

Honouring Remembrance Day 2024

Honouring Remembrance Day 2024

New Paintings, Remembrance Day Art

Honouring Remembrance Day 2024: A Symbolic Tribute in Denim As Remembrance Day 2024 approaches, we pause honouring courage, sacrifices, and lives that shape our world today. This year, I’ve created a painting that is both a personal tribute…

No Dress Rehearsal

No Dress Rehearsal

Canadian Art, Canadian Paintings

Presenting Your Art to an Audience for the First Time, There is No Dress Rehearsal Watching the recent documentary, No Dress Rehearsal, about Canadian Artists The Tragically Hip felt like discovering an old friend in a new light. For much of…

Plaid shirt paintings

Plaid in Canada

Canadian Paintings

Six Paintings Telling Tales of Plaid in Canada Growing up in the 1970s in a province known for its trees and logging, I became deeply familiar with the Canadian uniform of plaid. My father worked in the forestry industry, and he wore those…

Artist Collaboration vs. Commissioning

Collaboration, Commissioned Art

Artist Collaboration vs. Commissioning: Creative Synergy and Specification When people think of working with an artist, they often imagine one of two scenarios: collaboration with the artist on a project or commissioning the artist to bring…

Political Climate and Art Sales

Political Climate and Art Sales

Advice for Art Collectors

How Does Political Climate Affect Art Sales in Canada? The political climate can have a significant impact on art sales in Canada, as it does in many countries. Several factors related to the political environment can shape both the art market…

Vivid Autumn Leaf Paintings

Vivid Autumn Leaf Paintings

Georgia O'Keeffe, New Paintings

Four Vivid Paintings for Autumn - Maple Leaf and More It is a time of year that fills us with warmth on crisp days, these vivid Autumn leaf paintings express my love for this season. For an artist who paints the colour palette of gold to red…

elusive moose paintings

Elusive Moose Paintings

Paintings of the Elusive Moose, Inconceivable! When it comes to spotting a moose in Canada, it can be a daunting task. I have explored Canada from coast to coast to coast and I have yet to cross paths with this magical beast. Though I know…

wildlife paintings abstract backgrounds

Wildlife Paintings Abstract Backgrounds

Canadian Paintings

Realistic Wildlife Paintings With Imaginative Abstract Backgrounds I walk daily through the nature trails surrounding my Vancouver Island home. This week alone I have seen Hawks hunting, a gaggle of Canada Geese, Pheasants and Quail, not to…

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