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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.

New Polar Bear Painting

New Polar Bear Painting

The 30th Polar Bear Painting – Filled With Wildflowers Each day, I walk the quiet country roads and along the edges of farmers’ fields in North Saanich, where nature's details slowly reveal themselves. In spring, the once-muted palette…

digital art installation toronto

Digital Art Installation Toronto

Displayed at 2 Bloor Street West, Toronto – A Digital Canvas in the Heart of Midtown A Cultural Core at Yonge‑Bloor Situated at the iconic corner of Yonge and Bloor—Toronto’s “Mink Mile”—2 Bloor Street West is a sleek, 34‑storey…

Art with a Narrative

Art with a Narrative

Advice for Art Collectors

Story-Driven Collecting: Art with a Narrative Edge is In In a world oversaturated with fleeting images and AI-generated content, collectors are returning to what truly moves them: story. More than ever, today's art collectors are seeking work…

Canadian Wildlife Paintings

Canadian Wildlife Paintings

Canadian Paintings

Five Paintings About Canadian Wildlife Wildlife paintings are something Canadian artists are known for—perhaps because we’re surrounded by such a vast, wild, and beautiful land. With an abundance of subject matter, from the coasts to the…

Art of 2025

Art of 2025

Explore the Art of 2025 – New Paintings, Major Shows, and Momentum We're not even halfway through the year, and already 2025 is shaping up to be one of the most dynamic and creatively fulfilling years of my career as a Canadian visual artist.…

Polar Bear and Moose Paintings

Polar Bear and Moose Paintings

The Polar Bear King and a Mighty Moose – New Paintings A few years ago, I began painting a curious polar bear—roaming ice shelves, standing watch over northern landscapes, and searching for a new home. As he made his way across North America…

Floral Paintings in Bloom

Floral Paintings in Bloom

New Floral Paintings in Bloom: Wild Roses and Wildflower Whimsy As the summer season unfurls, so too does a new duo of floral-inspired paintings from my studio on Vancouver Island. These newest works continue my exploration of Canadian iconography…

New Paintings 2025

New Paintings 2025

Painting Canada – New Paintings Made in the First 6 Months of 2025 Painting Canada is something I’ve been doing for nearly two decades now—an ongoing visual journey that traverses provinces, symbols, and stories across this vast and layered…

Guide to Hanging Artwork

Guide to Hanging Artwork

Advice for Art Collectors

Install Like a Pro: Step-by-Step Guide to Hanging Artwork 1. Choose the Right Spot Think about the mood you want to create. A calm abstract piece might suit a bedroom, while a bold, colorful work energizes a living room or creative workspace.…

Beyond the Group of Seven

Beyond the Group of Seven

Beyond the Group of Seven: Reimagining Canadian Iconography When we think of Canadian art, the first images that often come to mind are sweeping wilderness landscapes—windswept pines, rocky shorelines, and snow-covered peaks—painted nearly…

New Floral Paintings

New Floral Paintings

Beautiful Spring: New Floral Paintings Inspired by the City of Blooms Every spring, I find myself eagerly stepping outside to explore the neighbourhoods of Greater Victoria, British Columbia. After all, we are known as the City of Gardens,…

Paintings Ten Thousand and Over

Paintings Ten Thousand and Over

Investing in Legacy: Original Fine Art Paintings Ten Thousand and Over As a Canadian artist with a decades-long career dedicated to exploring the iconography, landscapes, and identity of Canada through paint, I’ve come to appreciate the significance…

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