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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.

Discovering Indigenous Canada

Discovering Indigenous Canada

Art History, Canadian Art

Discovering Indigenous Canada – A Journey Through the University of Alberta Course Recently, I had the privilege of diving deep into Indigenous culture in Canada through a fascinating and eye-opening course: Indigenous…

Iconic Canadian Brands

Iconic Canadian Brands

Canadian Art, Opinion

Five Favourites; Iconic Canadian Brands With the looming trade war between Canada and the USA, my fellow Canadians and I find ourselves looking inward, reflecting on the iconic brands that define our national identity. While many brands are…

Painting Waterton Lakes Alberta

Painting Waterton Lakes Alberta

Summer Art Trip - Painting Waterton Lakes, Alberta It was August 2020, a summer of cautious optimism as travel opened up after pandemic shutdowns and quarantines. I seized the chance for a road trip from Manitoba to British Columbia, a journey…

Tariffs and Canadian Art

Tariffs And Canadian Art

Buy Canadian, Buying Art

How Will Tariffs Affect the Buying and Selling of Canadian Art? The impact of new tariffs imposed by both the U.S. and Canada on the contemporary Canadian art market remains uncertain. Traditionally, trade barriers like tariffs do not apply…

Preparing An Art Shipment

Preparing An Art Shipment

Art Shipping, Art Show

How Do We Ship Art to A Gallery? Preparing An Art Shipment Over the past two decades The Art of Brandy Saturley has been shipped to numerous galleries and collectors across North America, using wooden crate. While there are many options when…

International Polar Bear Day 2025

International Polar Bear Day 2025

A New Polar Bear King Painting for International Polar Bear Day 2025 Looking back at the polar bear paintings I’ve created, the journey began in 2012 with a striking image of a young blonde girl facing off, nose to nose, with a polar bear.…

Solo Show in Newfoundland

Solo Show in Newfoundland

Art Show, Artist Residency

A Solo Show and A Residency in Newfoundland In the fall of 2023, the wilds of Newfoundland were calling my name. It was October, and I was preparing for a month in Pouch Cove, a rugged, breathtaking place on the Eastern tip of Canada. That…

Key Factors Artwork Appreciation

Key Factors Artwork Appreciation

Advice for Art Collectors, Art Benefits

What are the key factors that influence the appreciation of artwork over time? Several key factors influence the appreciation of artwork over time, making it a valuable investment. Here are the most important ones: 1. Artist Reputation…

Tax Season Invest in Art

Tax Season Invest in Art

Advice for Art Collectors, Art Benefits

Tax Season Is Upon Us – What Does Art Have to Do With Taxes? As tax season approaches, many Canadians are looking for ways to maximize deductions, invest wisely, and make strategic financial decisions for the year ahead. While traditional…

Tariffs and Canadian Art

New Canada Flag Paintings

Celebrating 60 Years of the Maple Leaf: New Paintings for Canada Flag Day As an artist who paints Canada, the red maple leaf has appeared in my work countless times over the years. Every February 15th, we celebrate National Flag of Canada Day—a…

Tariffs And Canadian Art

Artists in Canada

Art Career, Opinion

What Are the Statistics on Visual Artists in Canada? Did you know that the National Gallery of Canada Library maintains an extensive database of professional visual artists in Canada? This valuable resource contains information on over 42,000…

Solo Show in Newfoundland

Painting Canada 500 Paintings

Buy Canadian, Canadian Art

Painting Canada: Brandy Saturley and Nearly 500 Paintings "We lived in a continuous blaze of enthusiasm…above all we loved this country (Canada) and loved exploring and painting it…" Brandy Saturley is a celebrated contemporary Canadian…

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