Lynn mostly paints in oil and acrylic usually inspired from a photo taken during her forays into the Kawartha countryside. She aims to capture how light falls on a scene or form and how it can change something that appears ordinary into extraordinary.
My art projects began by doing bulletin boards, stage scenery and art classes with children, when I worked as an educational assistant at an inner city school in Toronto. It was great fun and I loved every minute of it.
But now, retired, I get to paint whatever and whenever I want and that is wonderful too. I love the old buildings, lakes and the natural beauty of trees and plants in the Kawarthas and try to include them in many of my paintings. My other favourite subject is the scenery in the rest of Canada.
Marilyn will be in the gallery next on July 31st. (tomorrow)
I’ve been enjoying acrylic paintings with a group of ladies at Fenelon Seniors’ hall.
We meet monthly and do floral and landscape paintings with some instructions and advice, but mostly just to have fun with brush strokes on canvas.
It is never too late to take up a new “hobby”… all supplies are provided.
Registrations are through Joanne Young or Rose Marie McColeman at the seniors’ office for future classes.
Maud will be at the gallery next on June 15th, 2019.
Soon after moving back to the Kawartha Lakes area, specifically to Lindsay, I was amazed to discover the depth of artistic talent in the area. As a new member of the Station Gallery of Fenelon Falls, along with participating in local art events in the Fenelon area, this further supports the notion that the area is rich with local artisans.
Inspiration comes from my love of nature, especially trees and water. Lately I am best known for my landscape painting depicting vibrant colours, both in watercolour and acrylic mediums. At my previous home in Orangeville I painted 2 murals, one 20 metres the other 3 metres, of my favourite topic and recent paintings.
All my works are unique, most depicting the plethora of lake lands in the area and the bounty of nature in those lands.
Commissions are welcome. Private or group lessons can be arranged at my home studio by appointment.
Dagmar will be in the gallery next on June 9th.
Many times as an artist I get stuck on subject matter to paint – and since I like to inspire , I in turn need that one idea that jump starts my creative juices.
I can’t say I am a single minded person who only does certain material, but I always like to incorporate an inspirational overtone – I never do buildings – they are blah to me.
Since I paint on different mediums – canvas, wood, slate – actually any surface – I try to match the subject matter to the size of surface I have – this last while it has been slate – pieces off old barns – that was given to me by fellow artist Morris Young – and being that it is Canada’s 150th birthday celebration I have been concentrating on Canadian beauty. Repeats I do – because people love our birds, love our Maple Leaf, love our wildlife and natural beauty – and in general feel the warmth of our country whether they live here or are visiting. That’s what inspires me .
Janet will be in the gallery next on August 25th!
For my watercolour paintings, I prefer to work ‘wet-on-wet’, meaning using wet paint on wet paper. This method gives the softest effects, because the paint flows and moves easily across the moistened paper. However, this method is the most unpredictable. The depth of colour and degree of softness depends on the amount of water in the paint and the water saturation of the paper.
When the paper dries out, the brush strokes become sharper and sharper, because the paint stays in place more easily. It’s a balancing act for sure. You have to work quickly sometimes and at other times, you must wait. As some of the water is absorbed into the paper, the sheen of wetness on the paper surface subsides. It is at this exact time, that you have better paint flow control, but still can maintain a soft, painterly look….easier said than done sometimes.
As the paper continues to dry (loses it’s sheen), you move from painting the soft areas – sky, distant hills and trees, to the sharper, deeper coloured, foreground areas. This is what is meant by the term ‘painting light to dark’.
Watercolour can be tamed, but never completely controlled. That’s the challenge and the intrigue, which keeps this medium both frustrating for some artists and exciting for others.
Janice will next be in the gallery on August 19th.
When starting a painting, I try to practice what I preach; composition, planning a center of interest and atmosphere. I start with important features first. Then I add more information, until the majority of the painting is established. Now I leave the work for several days or more. This break in the painting allows me to re-evaluate, and make changes, before I finish. The finished painting should contain high realism in the foreground and less information in the background. The end result; curiosity and stimulation of interest.
Gord Wilson will be next in the Gallery on June 16th.
What an evening at Fenelon Falls Secondary School on April 25th!
Diane Brook from Kawartha Lakes Film Circuit had sent out an invitation to some local artists to present a Pop-Up artist show in connection with showing of the movie about artist “Maudie”.
So the 5 of us set up and were so pleased with a fantastic turn out of people to see this interesting movie …and also our mini art show!
When one of the producers of the movie also turned up giving all kinds of information about the making of the movie, atmosphere was even higher!
I met with some of my son’s “old” teachers, chatted with other Fenelon Falls friends and had a wonderful evening which made me forget about my crazy dizzy Vertigo condition.
On May 30th, Films by the Falls will present LaLaLand, so I am planning to have another uplifting evening at FFSS.
Maud will be at the Station Gallery on duty on our Opening Day, May 20th!
Although I have done paintings of our beaches and falls – I have yet to do any on slate. I guess it is time to do some strolling over the bridge and take a walk along the beach.
It never ceases to amaze me how the population grows in the summer months –traffic backed up at Tim Hortons (I live on that street ). In fact, rarely do we drive downtown in the summer – can walk faster. Having only the one bridge usually backs traffic up in both directions – so it would be a nice interlude if the visitors would take a rest at our Fenelon Station Gallery – even lunch at the restaurant across the street – or take a bike ride on the trail behind us. Just because we aren’t in the downtown area doesn’t mean you should miss out on a original, tasteful display of arts and crafts that we have to offer.
I love to paint – it is my therapy for peace – I paint for myself not for any other reason – I give a lot away – only because I run out of wall space – and floor space – in fact all space.
I will paint just about anything – on anything (have 3 wall murals in my living room) however I do baulk at buildings and signs – I prefer livings subjects. Maybe I will paint a skunk if I can get a pic of one visiting our backyard.
Janet will be in the gallery on July 21st!
I am an Artist in the “Watercolour” medium because of the inherent transparency qualities. Using many traditional techniques, I can achieve my style.
I start with a large brush; using light and gentle brush strokes. At this point, I am going with an abstract and high realism delicate balance, as nothing is planned in the painting. As it develops, I can put in more details to flesh out the colours, textures, and compositions.
I leave my painting many times. This helps to see changes to be made as I progress to the finished work.
Now my painting has an abstract and also a realism style, as you look at the painting and imagine what it is about.
I am not trying to impress with paintings that show every detail, therefore leaving nothing to the imagination.
