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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.

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Re-framing landscape painting

Portrait of A Landscape: re-framing landscape painting Being a Canadian artist means you grow up with the images of Canada as painted by the Group of Seven. Lawren Harris began re-framing landscape painting in Canadian Art, and Georgia O' Keeffe…

Canadian Art in Kelowna

Art and The City, Art Show

ART AND THE CITY - Kelowna Offers Canadian Art Lovers An Eclectic Mix Family Day weekend found me in the beautiful Okanagan Valley and specifically the city of Kelowna. Known for it’s orchards, wine, ski hills and tremendous Okanagan…

ART AND THE CITY: Murakami

Art and The City, Art Business

ART AND THE CITY: Murakami - Japan's Warhol at The VAG The last time I was on the road for the work of Art, was in November last year when I visited Vancouver for the opening of the new Emily Carr University and a variety of art openings…

2017 In Canadian Art

Art and The City, Art Business

The Work Behind The Artist – Celebrating 2017 in Canadian Art Every year I look back at the work behind the artist, meaning I celebrate the work behind the final product that is art. It is a behind the scenes view for my readers and a reminder…

Georgia O’ Keeffe in Hawaii

Artist Process, Georgia O'Keeffe, Inspiration

Making Art in Magical Maui - Georgia O' Keeffe in Hawaii About six years ago after my first trip to explore the landscapes and flora of Maui, I discovered a book written by Maria Ausherman from interviews with Patricia Jennings, about world…

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10 000 Art Shipping Crates

Advice for Artists, Art Associates

Celebrating 10 000 Art Shipping Crates - Congratulations to VEVEX! It's not everyday that your receive an invitation to celebrate the creation of 10,000 art shipping crates. This month my art crate maker and supplier of the past decade is turning…

The Work of Art

Artist Process, Canadian Art

The Work of Art - Making A Painting There is a famous quote that speaks to the work that goes into a work of art, it references the artist process, and vaguely refers to the creative process. The quote made famous by James Whistler is; "An…

Canadian Artists Exhibits Alberta

Impressive list of Canadian Artists Exhibits in Alberta What does it mean to be Canadian? To celebrate Canada’s sesquicentennial year (150th anniversary of confederation), the Gallery@501 in Alberta, Canada presented an impressive list of…

Forbes Magazine Brandy Saturley

Forbes Magazine features Brandy Saturley - Canadian Artists NYC From small beginnings to a feature in Forbes Magazine, The Art of Brandy Saturley: Ten years ago I was fortunate enough to bid adieu to my day job and concentrate fully on…

people posing with artist at art gallery

Canadianisms Paintings Edmonton Canada

Going Solo for Canada: 'Canadianisms' Paintings on view in Edmonton, Canada From January 10, 2017 'Canadianisms' Paintings on view in Edmonton, Canada: On Friday, January 6th my solo art show five years in the making met…

ART AND THE CITY: Vancouver

Art and The City

ART AND THE CITY Vancouver: Autumn Art Shows & Openings I’m back on the road and in beautiful Vancouver, BC! The trees are dressed in full regalia of vivid Autumn colors and it was a balmy 14 degrees and sunny today. On Granville…

Reader’s Digest Our Canada

PAINTING CANADA: Featured in Reader's Digest OUR CANADA Magazine June/July 2016 Originally published May 17, 2016 It has been quite the journey these past five years, exploring Canada. From the most rural to…

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