Abstract Explorations: Emotion in Form
- Carolynn Ashley paints a wide variety of subjects — from abstracts to landscapes
and figurative works — each infused with vibrant energy and personal expression. Her work reflects both inner feeling and the natural beauty of BC. - Brian Gleckman focuses on bold, contemporary abstractions that balance instinct with intention. His works often feature powerful lines, form, and restrained colour, giving them both movement and stillness.
- Connie O’Connor works completely intuitively. Her abstracts are born from the emotions she feels in the moment, resulting in canvases that pulse with colour and mood.
Colette Tan brings
a spiritual and atmospheric quality to contemporary abstraction. Inspired by
her road trips and hikes through British Columbia and Alberta, her paintings
layer fine lines, broad brushstrokes, and thoughtful textures. They evoke both
raw human struggle and indescribable beauty through limited, subtle palettes
that invite deep reflection.
David Laird
brings a playful, almost cartoonish vibrancy to his abstract works. His bold
shapes and colours give his paintings an energetic and whimsical character,
offering a lighter yet striking side to contemporary abstraction.
Ideet Sharon
explores geometric abstraction with precise balance and connection. Drawing
from patterns of life and form, her works provide a contemplative rhythm that
speaks to both harmony and movement.
Fine Art Photography: Details & Perspectives
The style of the living room artwork should align with the room’s overall style. For modern spaces, select artwork with clean lines and bold colors. In a traditional setting, go for classic subjects and softer hues.
Match the style of your artwork to your furniture and décor elements. Ornate furniture pairs well with traditional art, while contemporary furniture calls for modern artwork.Gaby Saliba (Vancouver Island) captures striking close-up wildlife photography, featuring bears, foxes, owls, and more. His works, available on canvas and fine art paper, highlight nature’s beauty and intensity.
- Brian Houle
(Vancouver) takes a different approach to photography, focusing on macro details and urban textures. His fine art photography reveals hidden beauty in both the natural and built environments — textures, patterns, and forms we often overlook.
Narrative Realism: The Power of Story
- Mark McDermott is a hyperrealist painter whose works go far beyond lifelike detail. Each painting is a narrative — a moment in time filled with emotional depth and meaning. His art is about more than what you see — it’s about what you feel.
Nature Reimagined: The Landscapes of BC
- Ramona Hoeft (Okanagan) paints the landscapes of BC through all seasons — from ocean waves crashing along the coast to pine trees standing tall in snowy winters and glowing summers. Her paintings feel both local and timeless.
Water colour Traditions with a Contemporary Edge
- Susan Holmes (Vancouver) works primarily in watercolour, a medium often associated with delicacy but which she uses to explore a wide range of subjects. From florals and landscapes to wildlife and architecture, her work is both versatile and deeply connected to BC’s environments.
Mixed Media Inspired by the Pacific Northwest
- Tiffany Reid creates mixed-media abstracts inspired by Pacific Northwest storms and ocean currents. Using resin, recycled materials, and textured pastes, she channels the chaos and calm of the ocean into contemporary works full of energy and transformation.
Emotional & Representational Fusion
- Victoria Mitchell blends abstract and representational styles t0 explore themes of body, movement, and emotion. Her works carry a visceral quality, balancing physical form with sensitivity to environment and feeling.