Celebrating Earth Day Through Art – Paintings by Brandy Saturley

Speak to any artist, from the visual to the performing arts, and they will tell you the same thing: at the root of it all, there is nature. Earth Day Art: It surrounds us, shapes us, and offers an endless vocabulary of form, colour, movement, and story. Even in portraiture or still life, the influence of the natural world is never far from the surface. It is the quiet force beneath everything.

From the curl of a wave to the arc of a bird’s wing, from the delicate structure of a flower to the electric brilliance of a peacock’s feathers, nature writes itself into the artist’s hand. It moves through the variegated greens of forests, settles into the worn textures of coastal rock, and lingers in light, shadow, and atmosphere.

While I have never considered myself a traditional landscape painter, the presence of land, water, and sky runs consistently through my work. Landscape, in my paintings, becomes something lived rather than observed. It is a stage for memory, symbolism, and narrative. A place where experience and imagination meet.

These paintings are visual stories shaped by my time moving through Canada and beyond, absorbing its textures, its contradictions, and its quiet moments. In each work, Earth is not simply a backdrop, but a central figure, holding the story together.

To mark Earth Day 2026, I am sharing ten paintings that reflect this ongoing dialogue with the natural world.

BALANCE: Life in balance – the elevation of the spirit through the landscape, and in this case, the Northern landscapes, with icebergs, polar bears and aurora skies. Whether it be Alaska or Newfoundland, these icebergs are precious natural resources. This piece was presented at the Society of Canadian Artists 50th Anniversary exhibition in Toronto in 2019. The painting graced the cover of the exhibition catalogue, now on file with the National Gallery of Canada, library and archives.

Earth Day Art

Balance, c. 2023 Acrylic 48 x 36 x 1.5 in – Brandy Saturley

DANDI: This painting came to me after a road trip through the Rocky Mountains in June. The dandelion lined highways and the snow capped chiseled mountain peaks appearing around each new turn. I began with this inspiration, using my photographs from the trip, then as they do, this painting began to take on a life of it’s own through intuitive decisions. I like to set the tone in my studio for each piece, the tone in this instance was set through multiple aural stimuli; the sounds drifting up from my neighbors suite as she played ‘Claire de Lune’ on her baby grand, the documentary ‘Innsaei’ about intuition played a few days in the background and the final strokes and colours were influenced by music from Indigenous DJ’s, A Tribe Called Red. All this stimuli filtering through my senses to my temporal lobe and back out onto the canvas.

Earth Day Art

Dandi, c. 2023 Acrylic 48 x 36 x 1.5 in – Brandy Saturley

YIN RISING: This painting is a quiet myth unfolding inside a single frame, as if nature itself decided to take on a human memory and hold it in its branches.

At the center, a dark, almost earthen figure stands with arms extended, neither fully human nor fully tree. Its body merges seamlessly into a network of branches that spread outward like veins or lightning, suggesting growth, connection, and perhaps a kind of ancestral reach. The figure has no defined face, which turns it into a vessel rather than an individual, something universal, something that could belong to anyone standing still long enough in the forest.

Anchoring the lower portion is a large, luminous magnolia flower. Its petals fold inward and outward at once, suggesting both protection and emergence. It feels intimate, almost bodily, like a heart or a breath made visible. The flower introduces tenderness into a composition that might otherwise feel imposing, grounding the piece in something organic and alive.

The entire scene is held within a curved, almost shield-like border, giving the work the presence of an emblem or a sacred object. It reads like a symbol of balance between forces: human and nature, growth and rootedness, concealment and revelation.

There’s a quiet tension here, but not conflict. More like a negotiation between identity and environment, where the self dissolves into something larger and, in doing so, becomes more complete.

Earth Day Art

Yin Rising, 48×36, acrylic on canvas, 2018 – Brandy Saturley

ALLURE OF MAUI: a symbolic landscape of the mind’s eye, this painting is all about the lush tropical beauty of Maui. This piece features Iao valley, hibiscus, plumeria, taro, and lush palm frond shadows. Begun in 2018 after a trip to Maui and re-tracing the footsteps of American painter Georgia O’ Keeffe on the island. This is a modern pop art representation of the allure that is Maui. This painting was completed in 2022.

Earth Day Art

Allure of Maui, 2022 Acrylic 48 x 36 x 1.5 in – Brandy Saturley

Earth Day Art Continued

MOUNT TEMPLE: I painted a series of mountain peaks in the Canadian Rockies in super-saturated pop art colours focusing on the forms the shadows made on the mountain. Each tell their story of Earth and their grand presence on the landscape.

Paintings of Alberta

Mount Temple, acrylic on canvas, 36×48, Brandy Saturley

BEACH HOUSE: If you have been to the west coast you have seen these structures on the beach, built from logs and driftwood. They are places to play and seek shelter from the elements. Beach House.

A West Coast Painting

Beach House, c. 2025 Acrylic On Canvas 36 x 48 x 1.5 in – Brandy Saturley

ONLY THE BLUE JAY KNOWS: Some say I am a visual storyteller, the question to you is, are you drawn to this painting because of my story or yours? Capturing the spirit of the landscape and the nature that reigns.

Earth Day Art

Only the Blue Jay Knows, 2024 Acrylic On Canvas 36 x 48 x 1.5 in – Brandy Saturley

IMAGINE CANOE: A spiritual landscape at Lake Louise. A Blackfoot tribal chief in regalia and headdress stands at the head vantage point of Lake Louise, towards the glacier. A canoe of red with name inscribed ‘Imagine’. A stack of rocks that resembles a person in the foreground, another red canoe in the distance. Two eagles fly high in the sky above the vortex point of the glacier. The lake is depicted in summer, with tropical turquoise colours and uncovered mountains and trees. Imagine Lake Louise, imagine Peace.

Discovering Indigenous Canada

Imagine Canoe, c. 2022 acrylic and gouache 48 x 60 x 1.5 in – Brandy Saturley

HIGH TIDE: Two red wool blankets with blue stripes blow rapidly in the wind with a backdrop of crashing waves and high tide. A blend of realism in the foreground against an abstract background.

High Tide, 2024 Acrylic on Canvas 36 x 48 in – Brandy Saturley

SPIRITED ISLAND: a lone red canoe, an elusive island in Banff National Park, the silhouette of a moose, a glowing sky at sunset – celebrating nature in Canada.

Earth Day Art

Spirited Island, 2024, acrylic on canvas, 48×48 – Brandy Saturley

To explore these works further and view available paintings, visit my website.

Canada’s Most Populous Province – Paintings With an Ontario Focus

Of all the places I have traveled to across Canada to make art, Ontario is one that continues to call me back. It is a province that reveals itself in layers, each visit offering something new to translate onto canvas. From the energy of Toronto, Canada’s most populous city, to the more than 250,000 lakes that stretch across the province, Ontario offers an abundance of inspiration to move my brush. Paintings of Ontario…

View from CN Tower Toronto, Canada

From pond hockey just beyond the city’s edges to the quiet power of the Great Lakes, Ontario holds a vast range of visual stories. It is a place where urban life and wilderness exist in close conversation. In my work, these contrasts often merge. Figures appear within the landscape, skating, paddling, exploring, becoming part of the environment rather than separate from it. These are not just scenes, but lived moments – snapshots of a distinctly Canadian experience.

Flying into Ontario over the Great Lakes

My Ontario paintings are rooted in movement and memory. The rhythm of a hockey game on frozen ice, the stillness of a canoe cutting through glassy water, the presence of wildlife along the shoreline – these are the narratives I return to. Painted vividly in acrylic on canvas, each piece reflects not only what I see, but how the place feels: expansive, energetic, and deeply connected to identity.

Maple Leaf Gardens – Toronto, Canada

Ontario, for me, is both subject and story. It is a province that invites exploration and rewards attention, and my work continues to evolve with each visit.

For collectors, these paintings offer more than imagery; they hold a sense of place and time within Canada’s most dynamic province. Each work is a fragment of a larger journey – an invitation to step into the landscape, to feel the season, and to recognize a piece of your own Canadian story within it.

Here are 10 Paintings About Ontario

A lone figure stands poised on a frozen expanse of ice, hockey stick resting lightly near the puck, suspended in a moment of concentration before the shot. Dressed in a bright red jacket and blue toque, the skater’s back is turned to the viewer, inviting us into their private ritual rather than a public spectacle. Beyond the ice, Toronto’s skyline rises softly in the distance, the CN Tower cutting a familiar silhouette against a moody winter sky.

The painting captures a distinctly Canadian experience. Not the roar of an arena, but the solitude of outdoor hockey, where the game becomes contemplative, almost meditative. Broad planes of blue and white ice echo the cold stillness of winter, while the bold red jacket anchors the composition with warmth and human presence. The city feels close yet distant, suggesting a balance between urban life and personal escape.

This work celebrates pond hockey as both cultural symbol and quiet act of belonging. It is a portrait of pause, resilience, and ritual, where sport becomes a way of grounding oneself in place, season, and identity.

Ontario Paintings

Toronto Winter, c. 2026 Acrylic On Canvas 30 x 30 x 1.5 in Brandy Saturley

This commissioned painting is inspired by the lyrics of the Tragically Hip song, Gift Shop.

Ontario Paintings

Gift Shop, c. 2025 Acrylic On Canvas 48 x 36 x 1.5 in Brandy Saturley

A couple paddle away in a canoe made for two.

New Small Canadian Paintings

Let’s Paddle Away, c. 2025 Acrylic On Canvas 12 x 9 x 1.5 in Brandy Saturley

It’s mid afternoon and we set afloat on the lake in our canoe, you paddle and I will languish.

Languishing Along, c. 2025 Acrylic On Canvas 16 x 16 x 1.5 in Brandy Saturley

Canada Geese in flight at sunset. Flying through a valley lit by golden hour, they herald the coming of Autumn.

Ontario Paintings

Heralding Autumn, c. 2025 Acrylic On Canvas 12 x 9 x 1.5 in Brandy Saturley

A group of kayakers enjoying the Canadian wilderness.

Ontario Paintings

Paddle My Heart, c. 2025 Acrylic On Canvas 16 x 16 x 1.5 in Brandy Saturley

A painting of the city of Toronto in silhouette with the CN tower in the centre splitting the clouds like butterfly wings.

Butterfly, acrylic on canvas, 12×12, 2015 – Brandy Saturley

Looking through the pond ice upwards to the Northern sky. A shadowy figure of a young boy in a red sweater and toque, with mittens and with hockey skates. He reaches out towards a black rubber hockey puck, the prodigy is born.

pond hockey painting

The Prodigy, 2021 Acrylic On Canvas 36 x 48 x 1.5 in Brandy Saturley

A sunrise portage with a canoe called ‘Love Me Tender’.

Ontario Paintings

Sunrise Portage, c. 2022 Acrylic 36 x 48 x 1.5 in Brandy Saturley

Taking a break to appreciate the air, the night sky and breath in the icy coolness at the outdoor hockey spot. Staring at the sky and the northern lights, a hockey net in the distance, three girls sit.
Inspired by the pureness of the game outdoors, there may be a future Spooner, Poulin or Nurse waiting to take the ice.

girls hockey painting

We Dream, c. 2022 Acrylic On Canvas 30 x 30 x 1.5 in Brandy Saturley

Available works from this Ontario series can be viewed through my website and studio. I welcome inquiries from collectors looking to acquire a painting that captures the spirit of this remarkable province, or to reserve upcoming works inspired by future travels. Reach out directly.

Creating Paintings About my Canadian Travels – Alberta Inspires

Travelling Canada coast to coast to coast is something that I have been obsessed with for nearly two decades now. My paintings of Alberta are varied and show the provinces dramatically picturesque landscapes as stories. From the snowy Rocky Mountains to the canyons, lakes, fields and flowers of the prairie, these paintings offer a glimpse into the story of Alberta.

Banff is Art

View from Banff Gondola

From Waterton Lakes, to Banff, Jasper, and the icefields parkway – Alberta is a wonderland no matter the time of year. These momentous landscapes have inspired countless Canadian artists over the years including the legendary Lawren Harris, whose spiritual, sculpted mountains helped define how we see the Canadian wilderness, and A.Y. Jackson, who translated rugged terrain into rhythm and movement. Their work lingers in the air out there, not as something to imitate, but as a kind of visual echo – reminding me that these landscapes have always been storytellers.

Lake Minnewanka in Banff

When I travel through Alberta, I am not just observing the land – I am collecting it. In quick sketches made roadside, in photographs snapped between stretches of highway, in notes scribbled in the margins of a day, I begin to gather the fragments that will later become paintings. Back in my studio on Vancouver Island, these fragments resurface, rearranged and reimagined into compositions that balance memory with imagination.

Cascade Mountain in Banff

There is something cinematic about Alberta. The scale of it. The way the light cuts across a field at the edge of a storm, or how a mountain face can feel both immovable and fleeting depending on the hour. I am drawn to these contrasts – the quiet and the dramatic, the vastness and the intimate detail. My work leans into this tension, often simplifying forms and heightening colour to create a sense of place that feels both familiar and slightly dreamlike.

Waterton Lakes National Park

These 10 paintings are not just landscape paintings, they are portraits of experience. They hold the feeling of standing small against something immense, of driving for hours with nothing but sky and possibility ahead, of discovering moments that feel both deeply personal and universally Canadian. For collectors, these Alberta works offer more than a view, they offer a connection. Whether you have travelled these roads yourself or simply feel drawn to the idea of them, each painting becomes a way to hold a piece of that experience. A memory, a place, a story translated through paint and carried forward into your own space.

10 Paintings of Alberta

A low angle perspective painting of a lake in the Rocky Mountains of Canada. Glacial lake and mountains in the distance.

Paintings of Alberta

The Beach, c. 2025 Acrylic on wood panel 18 x 24 x 2 in Brandy Saturley

The road to Red Rock in Waterton Lakes affords the road tripper wondrous views from roadside wildflowers to rocky mountains

A Long and Winding Road, c2023 acrylic on canvas, 24 x 30 x 1.5 inches – Brandy Saturley

The Three Sisters range is are peaks you can view from the town of Canmore, Alberta. Like many of the rocky mountains peaks, they are distinctive and cast a human-like presence over the town below. Giants of the Canadian Rockies.

Paintings of Alberta

Three Sisters, 2025 Oil and Acrylic on canvas 24 x 48 x 1.5 in Brandy Saturley

Lake Minnewanka or ‘Water of the Spirits’ (Nakoda) is a stunning glacial lake in Banff National Park. You can definitely feel the spirits when you are in this majestic location with bleach roots of expired trees on the shoreline.

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Minnewanka Muse, 2024, acrylic on canvas, 12×24 inches – Brandy Saturley

There is a place in Jasper, Canada called Spirit Island where you may find a red canoe and an elusive moose or two. This painting is a vivid Canadian pop art rendering expressing the effervescent wilderness of the National Parks in Alberta, Canada

Paintings of Alberta

Spirited Island, 2024, acrylic on canvas, 48×48 inches, Brandy Saturley

A moment in time frozen seen on the drive into Jasper National Park. It is fall and colours and light create imagery inside the curves and outlines of the mountain. A red car flies towards us, no sound, just speed, the future of road tripping through Alberta.

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Momentous, 2024, acrylic on canvas, 30 x 40 inches, Brandy Saturley

The tale of a polar bear king exploring Canada, looking for a new place to call home. In this painting the polar bear king is atop a peak in the Rockies, turquoise lake below. He balances his crown on his nose as he stretches’ high into the sky, what a show-off!.

Polar Bear Painting

Peaking At Peyto in Canada, 2023, acrylic, gouache, gold leaf on canvas, 12 x 12 x 1.5 in, Brandy Saturley

A pop art style painting of a great peak in Alberta, this is Mt. Temple. Supersaturated blues and greens with peach undertones in the sky. Highlights abstract forms within the mountain itself.

Canadian Artists painting mountains

Mount Temple, acrylic on canvas, 36x48x1.5 inches, Brandy Saturley

A spiritual landscape at Lake Louise. A Blackfoot tribal chief in regalia and headdress stands at the head vantage point of Lake Louise, towards the glacier. A canoe of red with name inscribed ‘Imagine’. A stack of rocks that resembles a person in the foreground, another red canoe in the distance. Two eagles fly high in the sky above the vortex point of the glacier. The lake is depicted in summer, with tropical turquoise colours and uncovered mountains and trees. Imagine Lake Louise, imagine Peace.

Paintings of Alberta

Imagine Canoe, c. 2022 acrylic and gouache 48 x 60 x 1.5 in Brandy Saturley

Two scarlet red canoes meet at sunset, on a lake in Canada. In the distance two snow peaked mountain ranges, and a swoosh of clouds. The tree line bordering the lake sparkles with shades of emerald and lime green. Reflections on a perfect moment shared in nature. Perhaps a skinny dip? where are those canoe lovers.

Paintings of Alberta

Golden Hour in The Heart of Canoeland, c. 2022 Acrylic 36 x 60 x 1.5 in Brandy Saturley

As I continue my journey across Canada, Alberta remains a place I return to often, both on the map and on the canvas.

How to Start a Canadian Art Collection That Actually Means Something

Canada is a country of vast landscapes, layered histories, and quiet, powerful stories. From northern tundra to coastal forests, prairie skies to urban skylines, the Canadian experience is rich with imagery and meaning. Collecting Canadian art is one of the most personal ways to connect with that story.

But where does one begin?

Collecting Canadian Art

Start With What Feels Familiar

The most meaningful collections begin with connection. Perhaps it’s a landscape that reminds you of a place you love, a figure that reflects a shared experience, or a symbol that speaks to Canadian culture. Art that resonates emotionally will always have deeper value than simply choosing what is trending.

Canadian artists often draw inspiration from the places and identities that shape this country. When you collect work that reflects those stories, you are collecting more than an image. You are collecting a piece of lived experience.

Learn the Stories Behind the Work

A meaningful art collection is built on stories.

Who is the artist?
Where was the work created?
What inspired it?

Understanding the narrative behind a painting adds depth to the experience of living with it. Many Canadian artists travel extensively across the country gathering ideas, sketching landscapes, and documenting culture. That process becomes embedded in the finished work.

When you know the story, the painting becomes a window into a larger Canadian narrative.

Collecting Canadian Art

Buy From Living Canadian Artists

One of the most rewarding ways to begin collecting is by supporting artists who are actively creating today.

Purchasing work from a living artist directly or through reputable galleries not only supports the continuation of their practice, it also creates a connection between collector and creator. You become part of the artist’s journey as their work grows and evolves.

Across Canada there are outstanding galleries representing contemporary artists, and many artists also share work through their own studios and websites, offering collectors direct access to new pieces.

Build Your Collection Slowly

A meaningful collection is not built overnight. It develops over time as your taste evolves and your understanding deepens.

Start with a single piece that you truly love. Live with it. Let it become part of your space and daily life. Over time, you may find yourself drawn to other works that complement it or expand the story you are building.

Collections often grow organically, reflecting the places you’ve traveled, the artists you’ve discovered, and the moments that mattered.

Collecting Canadian Art: Collect Work That Reflects Canada

Canada’s artistic landscape is as diverse as its geography. From contemporary interpretations of northern wildlife to paintings inspired by Canadian music, winter culture, and everyday life, artists continue to interpret what it means to live here.

By collecting Canadian art, you are helping preserve and share those visual stories.

A strong collection does more than decorate a wall. It becomes a reflection of identity, culture, and personal history.

The Joy of Living With Art

At its core, collecting art should bring joy. A painting can transform a room, spark conversation, or remind you daily of a place, feeling, or memory.

When you begin collecting with intention and curiosity, your collection becomes something far more meaningful than a group of objects. It becomes a visual diary of your relationship with art and with Canada itself.

For those interested in exploring contemporary Canadian painting, you can view available works through my studio and through the galleries that represent my work in Banff, Newfoundland, and the United Kingdom. New works are also regularly released through my website.

Collecting Canadian art is a journey. The most important step is simply to begin.

Collecting Canadian Art

Wildflower Paintings Headed to North Vancouver Art Rental Program

You belong among the wildflowers. Recently I created a series of bold, pop art inspired, wildflower paintings. These paintings have now been selected for the North Vancouver Art Rental Program.

The North Vancouver Arts, art rental program is a collection of artworks available to rent and buy available through the art rental salon at Cityscape gallery in North Vancouver. Art rental is an affordable and flexible way to enjoy original 2-dimensional art. The Art Rental Program represents approximately 150 artists with over 350 original works in a wide variety of styles and subjects. Artworks include paintings, photography and mixed media with pieces ranging in size from 12″ x 12″ to 48″ x 48″.

North Vancouver Art Rental

Wildflower paintings by Brandy Saturley available through North Van Arts Art Rental

Rent Art for your home

If you are intending to purchase original art, you can rent work while deciding which piece to invest in. If you just moved into a new space, you can rent art to fill bare walls and create a lived-in feeling. When you plan to sell your home, home staging with original artwork can increase the aesthetic appeal of your residence. Art Rental is also an inexpensive way to impress your guests or create a distinctive mood for a special event or dinner party, or your home office!

Rent Art for your place of business

Enhance the atmosphere of your work environment. Use artwork at a restaurant, spa or office to create ambiance and energize the space. Art Rental provides exposure for local artists and acts as a tax-deductible expense for your business. Browse the collection online then visit us in person to confirm your selections, fill out the paperwork and pick up the artwork.

Rent Art for Film and TV

Visit our online gallery or come in person for your Set Dec needs. All of our artwork is copyright cleared. Rental to the film/television industry for set decoration is subject to different fees and services, and additional conditions. Please contact the Art Rental Coordinator for more information at 604-988-6844.

Floral Paintings in Bloom

North Vancouver Art Rental – Purchasing Art

If after renting you decide to purchase an artwork, up to three months of rental fees will be deducted from the selling price. Applicable taxes apply to rental fee and purchase price.

The Art of Brandy Saturley, Now available through the North Van Arts Rental program.

North Vancouver Art Rental

Hello Poppy!, c. 2025 Acrylic On Canvas 36 x 48 x 1.5 in (91.44 x 121.92 x 3.81 cm) Inv: POPPY-5800-2025 Brandy Saturley

North Vancouver Art Rental

Good Day Sunflower, c. 2025 Acrylic On Canvas 36 x 48 x 1.5 in (91.44 x 121.92 x 3.81 cm) Inv: SUNFLOWER-5800-2025 Brandy Saturley

North Vancouver Art Rental

A Wild Trio, c. 2025 Acrylic On Canvas 18 x 36 x 1.5 in (45.72 x 91.44 x 3.81 cm) Inv: ROSES-2500-2025 Brandy Saturley

10 Artworks to Love – New Paintings by Canadian Artist Brandy Saturley (2025)

It’s nearly October, and we’re three-quarters of the way through 2025. This year I’ve created more than 30 original paintings, landscapes, florals, and even a polar bear king. From Newfoundland to Vancouver Island, my work continues to tell vivid visual stories of Canadian culture, identity, and landscape.

10 Artworks to Love

Newfoundland Impressions – Paintings by Brandy Saturley at James Baird Gallery 2025

In February, I traveled to Boston to exhibit my paintings of polar bears and hockey as part of Winteractive, introducing my vision of contemporary Canadian art to an international audience. April brought me back to Newfoundland, where I was artist-in-residence at the Pouch Cove Foundation. During this time, I held a solo exhibition of my Newfoundland-inspired paintings and launched my first published art book, Painting Canada.

Solo Show in Newfoundland

Brandy Saturley with her art book, Painting Canada, 2025

By June, I was in Las Vegas, taking in the awe-inspiring architecture of the Sphere, experiencing Coldplay live, and gathering inspiration from the vibrant Las Vegas Arts District. Summer was dedicated to painting, while September marked a new chapter as I relocated my home and studio to Parksville, a seaside community on Vancouver Island, where I continue to explore Canadian identity through paint.

Parksville, BC on Vancouver Island, Canada

My work is represented by galleries across Canada, including James Baird Gallery (Newfoundland), Willock & Sax (Banff), Gust Gallery (Waterton Lakes), and Summer & Grace Gallery (Oakville, Ontario). Over the summer, nearly 30 new works were created and delivered to these Canadian art galleries.

10 Artworks to Love

Brandy Saturley at James Baird Gallery

This year also brought opportunities to connect with collectors and communities. In Edmonton, I contributed to Iconic Brands, a fundraiser supporting the Miller Art Gallery and the Roxy Theatre. In Hamilton, Ontario, my work was featured in Neighbourly at Coles Art Market, exploring themes of Canadian identity and what it means to be a good neighbour.

New Floral Paintings

Brandy Saturley in her Vancouver Island studio

Another exciting project has been a special commission for The Tragically Hip’s Poster Cellar. We are preparing to launch a limited-edition fine art print, while the original painting will be unveiled at my upcoming solo exhibition at the Miller Art Gallery in Edmonton this November.

Behind the Studio Door

Work in progress – Brandy Saturley studio

It has been a busy and inspiring year filled with exhibitions, travel, and new paintings. Here are 10 artworks to love, paintings created in 2025 that continue my journey as a contemporary Canadian artist sharing the spirit and stories of Canada through paint.

10 Artworks to Love

The Beach – Acrylic on wood panel – 18 x 24 x 2 in, 2025 Brandy Saturley

New Paintings 2025

Red Rocks, Acrylic on wood panel – 18 x 24 x 2 in, 2025 Brandy Saturley

10 Artworks to Love

Hello Poppy! Acrylic On Canvas – 36 x 48 x 1.5 in, 2025 Brandy Saturley

Floral Paintings in Bloom

A Wild Trio, Acrylic On Canvas, 18 x 36 x 1.5 in – 2025 Brandy Saturley

Polar Bear and Moose Paintings

Float Away With Me, acrylic, gouache, gold leaf, 12 x 9 x 1.5 in 2025 Brandy Saturley

10 Artworks to Love

Please Stand By, Acrylic On Canvas, 30 x 40 x 1.5 in, 2025 Brandy Saturley

First Paintings of 2025

Drunk on Dunkin’, Acrylic on wood panel, 18 x 24 x 2 in, 2025 Brandy Saturley

10 Artworks to Love

Your Wonderland, Acrylic On Canvas, 16 x 16 x 1.5 in, 2025 Brandy Saturley

Hanging On A Cloud, Acrylic On Canvas, 52 x 25 x 1.5 in, 2025 Brandy Saturley

10 Artworks to Love

About A Boat, Acrylic On Canvas, 22 x 38 x 1.5 in, 2025 Brandy Saturley

See more paintings by Brandy Saturley.

Marking a Milestone – Studio Moving Sale

Big changes are happening in my world—I’m moving into a new, larger studio. This new creative space will give me more room to experiment, tackle larger canvases, and keep exploring the Canadian stories that have been at the heart of my work for the past twenty years.

Studio Moving Sale

Since the early 2000s, my paintings have been shaped by journeys across this country—capturing everything from the powerful presence of the Rockies to the windswept shores of the Atlantic, from quiet prairie skies to the colours of our northern lights. Along the way, I’ve painted symbols and scenes that speak to our collective identity: plaid patterns and poppies, canoes and hockey sticks, wildlife and wild landscapes. Each canvas is a reflection of time spent listening to the rhythms of Canada.

Studio Moving Sale

This move would not be possible without the people who believed in my work and chose to make it part of their lives. To thank my collectors—and to welcome new ones—I’m offering 20% off all original paintings priced over $5,000 for a limited time. This is both a celebration and an invitation: a moment to add another story to your collection or to begin one. This is a rare opportunity to collect significant works at special pricing, as I make room for the next evolution of my practice.

Banff Paintings

Studio Moving Sale

For longtime collectors, this is an opportunity to add another chapter to your collection. For new collectors, it’s a chance to begin your journey with a piece of art rooted in Canadian culture, history, and landscape—at a moment when my work continues to gain recognition and evolve.

The sale runs until September 15th. After that, I’ll be unpacking in the new studio and preparing for what’s next: a fresh chapter of Canadian-inspired paintings, larger in scale and scope.

Celebrate this milestone with me and bring home a piece of the journey.

See available Brandy Saturley  works here.

Studio Moving Sale

Buying Original Art Made in Canada is More Important Than Ever

Canadian art is a reflection of our unique landscapes, culture, and history. By acquiring original works, you help preserve and celebrate Canada’s diverse identity. It’s a way to connect to the stories and experiences that make this country special. Owning original Canadian art allows you to build a meaningful collection that can be passed down through generations. Each piece tells a story and becomes part of your personal legacy, enriching your space with depth and cultural significance. As mass production dominates the décor market, people are seeking unique, authentic pieces to differentiate their homes and offices. Buying original Canadian Art, provides character and individuality while avoiding the homogeny of mass-produced prints.

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Canoe painting by Canadian Artist Brandy Saturley

What is the benefit to Americans, in buying Original Canadian Art?

The main benefit of Americans buying Canadian art is the opportunity to collect unique, high-quality artwork that reflects Canada’s rich cultural and natural landscapes while often being more affordable due to the favorable exchange rate.

The investment potential of Canadian art is a key benefit for American collectors. As Canadian artists gain international recognition, their work becomes more valuable, offering strong appreciation over time. Canada’s art market is growing, with emerging and established artists gaining attention from collectors worldwide.

Additionally, the favorable exchange rate allows American buyers to acquire high-quality artwork at a relatively lower cost than comparable pieces in the U.S., increasing the potential return on investment.

Many Canadian artists, including those exploring themes of national identity, landscape, and pop modernism, are gaining traction in museums, galleries, and corporate collections, further solidifying their market value. Investing in Canadian art not only supports the artist but can also lead to significant financial rewards as demand grows.

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Two maple leaf paintings by Brandy Saturley

What is the benefit to American collectors interested in collecting Art made by Brandy Saturley?

For private investors and serious art collectors, acquiring Brandy Saturley’s work presents a compelling opportunity to invest in a distinctly Canadian voice in contemporary art. Her pop modernist style, infused with national iconography and storytelling, resonates deeply with collectors seeking artwork that is both culturally significant and investment-worthy.

Saturley’s paintings are increasingly sought after, with acquisitions by museums, corporate collections, and high-profile private collectors. As her reputation continues to grow, so does the value of her work, making it a strategic addition to any fine art portfolio.

Additionally, the favorable exchange rate provides American collectors with a unique advantage, allowing them to acquire museum-quality artwork at a lower cost than comparable pieces in the U.S. Investing now positions collectors ahead of the market, as interest in contemporary Canadian art continues to expand internationally.

Beyond financial appreciation, owning a Saturley painting means holding a piece of Canadian culture and history, with themes that speak to both national identity and universal storytelling.

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Announcing the Release of Our Annual Art Magazine: A Celebration of Canadian Creativity.

Every year, we take great joy in producing an exclusive art magazine for collectors and supporters of the Art of Brandy Saturley. This annual art magazine release is our heartfelt gift of gratitude to those who have been a driving force in sustaining the career of this exceptional Canadian artist, supporting her through investments in her paintings and enabling her to continue doing what she does best—creating art. Brandy Saturley’s contemporary interpretations of the collective Canadian consciousness, as seen through her eyes, are visual narratives that resonate not only with Canadians but also with those who have a deep love for Canada.

Annual Art Magazine Release

Some of the many Art Magazines published over the past decade.

NEW THIS YEAR! – Annual Art Magazine Release

The Art of Brandy Saturley is thrilled to offer this year’s annual art magazine to art enthusiasts worldwide through our online shop. This magazine, usually reserved as a private token of appreciation, is now available for purchase. The 2023 edition takes viewers on a captivating visual journey, providing a curated selection of 64 paintings spanning the years 2010-2023, personally chosen by the artist herself.

Annual Art Magazine Release

Immerse yourself in a visual retrospective that reveals the evolution of Brandy Saturley’s unique artistic voice, showcasing her profound connection with the Canadian landscape. Within the pages of this visual magazine, discover vivid compositions that bring the iconic landscapes of Canada to life. These symbolic, dynamic, and colorful paintings narrate the artist’s odyssey across the vast canvas of Canada, with each stroke serving as a testament to her love of painting and the stories she weaves.

Step into the world of Brandy Saturley, where each painting is a chapter, and every page turns into a visual tale. More than just a magazine, this publication is an exploration of contemporary Canadian art, offering an intimate encounter with the artist’s journey and celebrating the boundless creativity that defines Saturley’s work. Don’t miss this opportunity to own a stunning compilation—a must-have for any art lover seeking to embrace the spirit of a true Canadian artist.

 

The Story of the Polar Bear King marches on, new polar bear paintings.

You may have read my short story. ‘I am The Polar Bear’, it is a story about a polar bear king traversing Canada in search of a new home. It is a series of paintings begun in 2011, that continues to develop. This year the story of the polar bear is top of mind as global warming intensifies and a hot and dry summer continues to burn our forests and fill our air with campfire smells.

This year I have created 11 new paintings featuring this magnificent white bear, often wearing a crown of gold leaf. You will see one of my polar bear paintings on the Art in Nature Trail in Banff, Canada and 7 small works in the Willock & Sax Gallery in downtown Banff, on the appropriately named, Bear Street.

I have just completed two new paintings, inspired by the playful nature of these bears as they stretch on the melting ice and snow. While my trip to Churchill, Manitoba to observe the bear’s hasn’t come to fruition yet, I have been endlessly studying the bears through photographs and stories from the photographers that venture out on the Churchill Wild Safari expeditions.

I came to find that in their stretching movements the bears appeared to be doing yoga moves of sorts, brilliant bears! I found two round tondo canvasses tucked into the back wall of my studio and I began laying down some ideas about these playfully flexible and meditative bears. Two new paintings and a new short story about these bears practicing their own kind of yoga.

NEW Polar Bear Paintings

Inside Brandy Saturley studio, Victoria Canada

A Story of The Polar Bear King: Aurora Asana

“In a land far, far north, where the icy winds howled their disapproval, and snowflakes danced in disdain, lived a peculiar tribe of polar bears with a regal twist. These were no ordinary bears, for they had discovered the ancient art of yoga. And they weren’t content with just practicing their poses in seclusion; no, these polar bears sought something grander, something more majestic. The bears, led by their wise elder, King Bjorn the Benevolent, had an insatiable thirst for gold. Not for greed or vanity, mind you, but for a higher purpose. They believed that by wearing crowns of gold, they could channel their inner strength and wisdom, thereby uniting with the spirits of their ancestors.

As the world around them began to melt due to the ever-warming climate, the bears faced a challenge like no other. The once-familiar icy terrain was transforming into a vast expanse of water, forcing them to adapt to their new environment. But the bears, with their unwavering determination, refused to let their traditions and culture crumble with the melting ice. Under the shimmering Aurora Borealis, the polar bears gathered on the remaining icebergs that dotted the sea. Dressed in their crowns of gold, they performed their graceful yoga poses with a regal elegance. King Bjorn led the way, his majestic crown gleaming like the sun.

NEW Polar Bear Paintings

Plow – acrylic, gouache, gold leaf on canvas, 24 x 24 x 1 in (60.96 x 60.96 x 2.54 cm) Brandy Saturley

They called it “Aurora Asana” – a blend of yoga, meditation, and spirituality. As they stretched and contorted their mighty bodies, they channeled their energy towards preserving their culture and embracing the changes around them. With each breath, they embraced their fears and uncertainties, grounding themselves in the present moment. The icy waves splashed around them, but they remained undeterred, their concentration unbroken. In the face of adversity, they found solace in the unity of their tribe and their unwavering connection with the Arctic wilderness.

Their practice became a beacon of hope for other creatures struggling to adapt. Seals, penguins, and even some daring seagulls began attending the daily Aurora Asana sessions, seeking comfort and guidance in uncertain times. As the years passed, the polar bears continued their tradition, evolving with the ever-changing world. They learned to navigate the new waters and became ambassadors of the Arctic, spreading their message of harmony and adaptation to other lands.

NEW Polar Bear Paintings

Plank – acrylic, gouache, gold leaf, 24 x 24 x 1 in (60.96 x 60.96 x 2.54 cm), Brandy Saturley

And so, the polar bears with crowns of gold found strength in the ancient art of yoga and embraced the melting world around them, proving that even in the face of adversity, one could endure with grace and nobility, just like the majestic creatures they were.”

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