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On Canada Day We are Celebrating Art and Canada

With July 1st, 2023 I’m thrilled to celebrate another year dedicated to my passion for creating art—heading into my 18th year! Before that, I tirelessly worked a side job to support my art practice, fueling my journey with determination and perseverance. It is always a day spent celebrating Art and Canada, and a time for reflecting on how these two things converged to create the Canadian Artist you know today.

Celebrating Art and Canada

Poppies For Louise (an ode to Lake Louise) Acrylic 36 x 48 x 1.5 in Brandy Saturley

This year has been a remarkable artistic exploration for me, leading me down many exciting paths. I’ve delved into themes such as the enchantment of outdoor skating on serene ponds, drawing inspiration from my Ukrainian roots, the majestic presence of polar bears, the awe-inspiring landscapes of Banff, vibrant pop art still life, and the pure bliss of outdoor adventures. Excitingly, I recently completed a commissioned piece for the outdoor public art gallery in Banff, known as the ‘Art in Nature Trail.’ If you find yourself strolling along the beautiful Bow River in Banff, you’ll have the opportunity to experience the art firsthand. You can also discover seven new small works featuring polar bears, available through Willock & Sax Gallery on Bear Street in Banff.

Celebrating Art and Canada

Noble Steward acrylic, gouache, gold leaf 12 x 9 x 1.5 in Brandy Saturley

Furthermore, some of my latest paintings have been featured in the Hart House Review, a contemporary Canadian literary and art magazine published by the University of Toronto. It brings me immense joy to share that private and public art school students have reached out to collaborate on projects centered around my work. In one recent project, students recreated my paintings live, an experience that left me beaming with delight.

Celebrating Art and Canada

Hearts On Our Sleeves Acrylic On Canvas 40 x 30 x 1.5 in Brandy Saturley

In a wonderful conversation streamed live from my studio on Vancouver Island, I had the honor of spending an hour on YouTube discussing my artistic practice, work ethic, residencies, and future plans with Canadian Art Today. It was a fun experience that shed light on the passion and dedication driving my creative journey.

Celebrating art on Canada Day

Brandy Saturley studio with art shipping crate, Vancouver Island, BC

I also wanted to let you know that there has been a modest increase in the pricing of my work. Many of the painting sizes have recently seen an adjustment ranging between $300 and $500. This adjustment reflects the value and dedication I pour into each piece, ensuring that they continue to capture the essence of my artistic vision.

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Contemporary Canadian landscape painting, oversized, Brandy Saturley

As always, I offer a complimentary lifetime service for varnish renewal or repairs on your paintings. You only need to cover the shipping costs, and I’ll gladly provide the necessary wash and brush-up service to ensure your artwork remains pristine and protected. Additionally, I’m happy to discuss the option of trading in your Brandy Saturley paintings. You can use the amount of your original purchase as a credit towards acquiring a new painting from my collection, allowing you to refresh your collection with a piece that truly resonates with you. Summer 2023 you can see my work in person at two Canadian art galleries; Willock & Sax Gallery in Banff, Alberta and Adele Campbell Fine Art in Whistler, BC. As always you can also view my work online as well as book an appointment to view in my studio on Vancouver Island.

Famous Contemporary Canadian Painting

Let Your Backbone Rise Acrylic 36 x 36 x 1.5 in Brandy Saturley

To my valued collectors, I extend my heartfelt gratitude for granting me the privilege of continuing this extraordinary journey. Your unwavering support fuels my artistic fire, and I am eternally grateful. To my fellow artists, associates, galleries, and suppliers, I emphasize that this voyage is a collective effort—a true testament to the strength of our artistic community. You are my unwavering “ride or die” team, and I extend my sincerest thanks.

Contemporary Canadian Artist Brandy Saturley

Contemporary Canadian Painter, Brandy Saturley, in her studio in Victoria, BC Canada

To all my dedicated readers, I express my appreciation for your continued readership and for sharing your passion for art with fellow enthusiasts. Your engagement adds depth and meaning to this creative discourse. And finally, as we prepare to revel in the splendor of summer, I wish you all a joyous Canada Day!

Celebrating Art and Canada

Canadian Artist Brandy Saturley wearing custom Bowler Hat by Lilliput Hats in Toronto, Canada.

Cheers to art and the beauty it brings into our lives!

Sincerely,

Brandy Saturley (a.k.a #IconicCanuck )

A Journey through Five Significant Paintings by Brandy Saturley.

Art has the incredible power to captivate and inspire us, evoking emotions, and deep contemplation. Brandy Saturley, a contemporary Canadian artist, has created a series of thought-provoking paintings that invite us into her world. In this blog post, we will explore the significance and impact of five remarkable works by Saturley: “Let Your Backbone Rise,” “With Hearts on Our Sleeves,” “Goalie’s Mask: red, white & Dryden,” “Ukraine Strong,” and “Canadiens Gothic.” Each painting conveys a unique narrative, inviting viewers to reflect on themes of identity, resilience, passion, and cultural pride. Here are Five Significant Paintings, by Brandy Saturley.

“Let Your Backbone Rise” is a mesmerizing piece that symbolizes strength, courage, and determination. Saturley’s use of bold colors and dynamic brushstrokes creates a powerful visual impact, reflecting the unwavering spirit within us all. The painting reminds us to embrace our inner resilience, to stand tall even in the face of adversity. Saturley’s portrayal of the human figure with an upright backbone serves as a metaphor for personal growth and self-belief. “Let Your Backbone Rise” encourages viewers to tap into their own inner strength and conquer the challenges that life presents.

Five Significant Paintings

In “With Hearts on Our Sleeves,” Saturley delves into the complexities of human emotion and vulnerability. The painting captures a sense of raw honesty and authenticity, depicting figures with exposed hearts on their sleeves. This evocative imagery serves as a reminder of the power and beauty found in embracing our emotions fully. Saturley’s work prompts us to appreciate the courage it takes to be vulnerable and encourages us to connect with our own emotions and those of others. “With Hearts on Our Sleeves” speaks to the universal desire for genuine connections and the importance of empathy in our daily lives.

Five Significant Paintings

Five Significant Paintings: The Goalie’s Mask Painting

“Goalie’s Mask: red, white & Dryden” pays tribute to the iconic goaltender Ken Dryden, immortalizing him in art. The painting captures the intensity and focus of a goalie, with vibrant red and white hues symbolizing the national pride associated with the sport. Through this piece, Saturley celebrates not only Dryden’s athletic prowess but also the cultural significance of hockey in Canadian identity. By combining elements of portraiture and sports imagery, “Goalie’s Mask” underscores the passion and dedication that unite communities across Canada, reminding us of the shared love and pride associated with our national sport.

Five Significant Paintings

“Ukraine Strong” is a visually stunning work that explores the strength and resilience of the Ukrainian people. Saturley’s use of vibrant blue and yellow hues, the colors of the Ukrainian flag, symbolizes unity and national pride. The painting serves as a homage to the struggles and triumphs of the Ukrainian community, acknowledging their resilience in the face of adversity. Saturley’s representation of a traditional Ukrainian headdress, known as a “vinok,” further emphasizes the connection to Ukrainian culture and heritage. “Ukraine Strong” invites viewers to reflect on the power of cultural identity and the enduring spirit of a nation.

Ukrainian Painting Saturley

Painting draws inspiration from Grant Wood’s famous “American Gothic”

In “Canadiens Gothic,” Saturley merges the worlds of art and hockey once again, paying homage to the Montreal Canadiens, an iconic team in the National Hockey League. The painting draws inspiration from Grant Wood’s famous “American Gothic,” replacing the stoic farmers with hockey enthusiasts, proudly donning hockey jersey and bunny hug. The painting is a hockey heritage homage to the rich history and cultural significance of the Montreal Canadiens hockey team. This artwork symbolizes the deep-rooted connection between the team and its passionate fans, highlighting the role of hockey as a unifying force in Canadian culture. The Montreal Canadiens hold a storied legacy, boasting a record 24 Stanley Cup championships, making them one of the most successful franchises in NHL history. By merging art and sports, Saturley captures the essence of the Canadiens’ enduring popularity and the unwavering loyalty of their fanbase. The painting invites viewers to reflect on the historical significance of the team and its impact on the collective identity of Montreal and the broader hockey community. “Canadiens Gothic” stands as a testament to the power of sports in bringing people together, fostering a sense of belonging, and celebrating the heritage that intertwines the love of the game with a deep-rooted sense of pride and camaraderie.

Five Significant Paintings

Saturley recently spoke to Canadian Art Today about the significance of her paintings about Canada created over the past decade.

Unveiling the World of a Canadian Artist: An Interview with Canadian Art Today

Art has the remarkable ability to transcend boundaries, connect people, and evoke emotions in ways that words often fail to capture. In the vibrant and diverse art scene of Canada, we find countless talented individuals who dedicate their lives to the pursuit of creativity. Today, we have the privilege of sitting down with a remarkable Canadian artist, whose paintings have garnered her attention as the ‘Voice of Canadian Pop Art’ and are captivating art enthusiasts far and wide. Snippets from an interview for Canadian Art Today, with Canadian Artist and Pop Art style Painter, Brandy Saturley.

What is a professional Canadian Artist? Art is influenced by everything, everywhere, all the time. Being dedicated to a full-time career as an artist in Canada, means working at it more than a standard full-time job. In this clip Saturley talks about her work ethic and views on what it means to be a professional.

Interview Canadian Art Today

Paul Constable from Artists in Canada, speaking with Canadian Artist and Painter, Brandy Saturley.

Big Art Dreams: Saturley talks about being an artist that looked beyond her local market on Vancouver Island.

Interview Canadian Art Today

Five Year Goal: does that exist for an Artist? The moving target…

Interview: Canadian Art Today

Why does Saturley paint self-portraits?

Time and Space for creativity to grow and expand: talking about the award of an artist residency at Banff Centre for Arts & Creativity

From The West Coast, to The East Coast: artist residency at Pouch Cove Art Foundation, Fall 2023

Interview: Canadian Art Today

The Privilege of Being Canadian: talking about the freedom a Canadian passport affords

The Art Shipping Crates: when the mode of transporting a painting becomes Art itself.

Interview: Canadian Art Today

Is the Goalie’s Mask Painting for Sale? how can we buy your art and what is the current price range for original paintings by Brandy Saturley?

As our conversation draws to a close, we come away with a profound appreciation for the remarkable talent and dedication that Canadian artists bring to the world. Through this interview, we have gained valuable insights into the life and career of a full-time professional artist, and we eagerly anticipate the continued growth and success of our guest, Brandy Saturley. With her mesmerizing artwork and unwavering passion, she serves as an inspiration to aspiring artists and art enthusiasts alike.

Canadian Art Today is hosted by Paul Constable, Director of ArtistsInCanada.com from Saskatchewan, Canada. This episode was recorded live, and as a result carries all the quirks of producing a live interview in three different locations simultaneously.

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Painting with Lawren Harris – putting myself in the forefront

Lawren Harris is considered one of Canada’s most prominent painters of the 20th century, known for his distinctive style that captures the essence of the Canadian landscape. I am a contemporary Canadian painter, and one of the many artists who have been inspired by Harris’s work. I have created a number of paintings,  that pay homage to Harris’s artistic legacy and also make a statement about putting Canadian women artists in the forefront. These pieces are about representation, inclusion and achievement in the Canadian Art world. I am painting with Lawren Harris.

I want to talk about four paintings I have created that reference Harris’s ‘Baffin Island (1931), ‘North Shore, Lake Superior’ (1926), ‘Mountain Forms (1926) and ‘Sun and Earth’ (1945), respectively. In these works, Harris depicted the rugged and majestic Canadian landscape in a stylized, almost abstract way. Using bold colors and geometric shapes to create a sense of the landscape’s essence. My paintings similarly capture the essence of the Canadian landscape, but with their own unique style and perspective.

My use of bright, bold colors and geometric shapes is reminiscent of Harris’s style. I also add my own personal touch by including myself in the forefront of the painting, along with other elements and symbols that represent contemporary Canadian culture.  I have spoken about the influence of Harris on my work, his paintings have inspired me to explore and depict the Canadian landscape in my own way. I have also spoken about the importance of paying homage to Harris and other Canadian artists who have paved the way for contemporary painters in Canada.

I have taken inspiration from Harris’s distinctive style and used it to create my own unique vision of the Canadian landscape and culture, while also paying homage to Harris’s legacy. Through my work, I am adding to the rich and diverse tapestry of Canadian art, continuing the tradition of artistic exploration and innovation that Harris helped to establish.

Here I will discuss these four paintings by Lawren Harris, and how they influenced my comment on the current culture and conversations in Canada.

Let Your Backbone Rise, 2016 – Brandy Saturley

Painting with Lawren Harris

This was the first painting where I used a painting by Lawren Harris as reference for the background of the painting. The background shows a segment of the painting, Baffin Island, painted by Harris in 1931. My career at this time was rising as I had just booked two public gallery solo exhibitions in the province of Alberta, the shows were retrospective shows of my paintings about Canadian culture and landscapes over a period of five years. I have painted myself into the painting wearing my red military style coat and wearing my the white gloves usually associated with handling artwork. My hair gathered into a formal french twist, facing the landscape boldly with arms raised. Running down the outside of the back of my coat a backbone is visible with vertebrae running outside the coat and over the spinal area of my back. I am definitely making a statement about the time in Canada, and my time as a rising woman on the Canadian art scene.

Baffin Island, 1931 – Lawren Harris

“I paint myself into these paintings because I suppose I am looking for myself in the world.”

With Hearts on Our Sleeves, 2017 – Brandy Saturley

Painting with Lawren Harris

The second painting I created with a Lawren Harris reference features a self portrait facing the viewer. The background of the piece features an abstract snippet from the Harris painting, ‘North Shore, Lake Superior’ from 1926. In this painting the ‘God’s rays’ of light through the clouds put the focus on the figure in the foreground. The year is 2017 and I made this painting while my public gallery retrospectives were moving from a gallery in Edmonton to a gallery in Calgary. In the self-portrait I am wearing a Hudson’s Bay toque and a plaid shirt (the symbol of the blue collar Canadian worker) The shirt features a heart sewn on the sleeve, with sleeves unrolled and folded backwards I am making a fist. Here I am channeling ‘Rosie the Riveter’ in my pose and gaze, though I am holding my fist tightly with head tilted down like a prize fighter.

North Shore Lake Superior, 1926 – Lawren Harris

“What Harris did in painting this mountain and it subsequently selling for millions is make it possible for someone to acquire and carry this landscape wherever they roam.”

A Landscape To Go, 2017 – Brandy Saturley

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The third painting with Lawren Harris is a little different. Rather than placing myself in the foreground and Harris in the background, I have placed myself in the background and I have extracated the most famous Harris landscape in the foreground. ‘Mountain Forms’ painted in 1926 became the most expensive Canadian artwork ever to sell at auction in 2016 for a whopping $11.21 million. Mountain Forms, is a renowned painting of Alberta’s Mount Ishbel in the Sawback Range of the Rocky Mountains in Banff National Park. In the painting I am holding the painting in cupped hands as I examine it closely, again dressed in my military style red coat. The lake below the mountain runs off my hand. I am examining the landscape, holding it in my hands. When you are in the Rocky Mountains of Canada you are dwarfed by the gargantuan size of these mountains. What Harris did in painting this mountain and it subsequently selling for millions is make it possible for someone to acquire and carry this landscape wherever they roam. I was also thinking about how many hands this painting has moved from during it’s time on Earth. An examination of the Canadian art market, and injecting myself into the conversation.

Mountain Forms, 1926 – Lawren Harris

“As I begin inheriting pieces from my Ukrainian grandmother I am finding that I too have culture, woven with arts, crafts, symbols and stories.”

Dochka Rising, 2023 – Brandy Saturley 

Painting with Lawren Harris

With this fourth and most recent painting the Lawren Harris painting and period I chose to reference is from his abstract period. ‘Sun and Earth’ painted in 1945 features simplified forms of sunrise and mountains. Again I have put myself in the foreground, only this time I am looking up casting my gaze upwards. My face is dressed in shadows casting stripes across my face and hair. On the lower portion of hair you see symbols and pattern from weaving my Ukrainian grandmother made, passed down to me by my mother. At this time in my life my parents are aging fast and things are changing daily. My mother who was my earliest mentor in art and life, is now requiring our care. I am feeling the need to take time and connect more deeply to my cultural roots, which includes Ukrainian, British and Canadian. Growing up in Sooke on Vancouver Island I spent time with Indigenous friends and family members. I always felt that those with Indigenous heritage were lucky, they seemed to have a real connection to their culture and cultural stories, that I did not feel to my cultural heritage. Growing up in Canada I felt like I had no culture, and now as an adult I realize I do, and this realization has come from watching and learning from our Indigenous cousins. As I begin inheriting pieces from my Ukrainian grandmother I am finding that I too have culture, woven with arts, crafts, symbols and stories. I am also affected by war in Ukraine and moved by the stories of the people and the immigrants to Canada. As my career and work as a Canadian Artist continues to ascend, the depth of my work grows with renewed excitement and explorations across Canada.

Sun and Earth, 1945 – Lawren Harris

“in a way I feel like I am having a conversation with Harris even though he passed before I was born.”

Lawren S. Harris Self-Portrait, 1932

Lawren Harris and Brandy Saturley are contemporaries painting in different times, in a way I feel like I am having a conversation with Harris even though he passed before I was born.  Harris is known for his landscapes that showcase his love for the Canadian wilderness, while my paintings are more focused on the exploration of identity and culture. While we both use painting as a means of expression, our works are vastly different in terms of style, theme, and technique.

Harris’ works are characterized by sharp, clean lines, bold colors, and a geometric approach to composition. His paintings are heavily influenced by his interest in theosophy, a spiritual movement that sought to find universal truth through intuition and mysticism. His work is often described as “spiritual,” with the landscapes he painted appearing otherworldly, with a sense of transcendence.

On the other hand, my paintings are more fluid and organic, with a focus on the human form and its relationship to culture and identity. My work is often marked by vivid colors and layered brushwork, giving my paintings a dynamic and almost tactile quality. I often explore themes of gender, ethnicity, and national identity, with a focus on the social and cultural dynamics that shape our understanding of ourselves and others.

While both artists are celebrated for their distinct styles and contributions to Canadian art, their work represents very different approaches to the medium of painting. Harris’ landscapes are an exploration of the natural world, while my paintings are a celebration of colour, human culture and diversity. However, despite their differences, I believe both of us share a deep love of our country and its people, and our work continues to inspire and engage audiences around the world.

Artist Flourishing: 2022 in Review

As the end of 2022 approaches and many are writing their year in review lists, I too am looking back at a prolific, venturesome and prosperous year making art in Canada. In any good year I find myself making between 25 and 30 new paintings, this year with all that was on my schedule I would have been happy with 15 new paintings, and as I look back at the year I realize I made 34 new paintings ) 37 if you count the studies that never ended up becoming final works. The year included travel and art making in Maui, Hawaii and Banff, Alberta. Two contrasting climates offering fertile beauty and impressions that will feed hundreds of paintings to come. At the end of each year I prepare for the next with a solid outline of what I plan to accomplish as well as big audacious hopes and dreams. This annual review and plan for the coming year offers balance as I focus on production of new work, art shows, and art sales. It can be challenging to balance artist brain with financial brain, but it is essential in moving to each next level with my art career. Being a successful Canadian artist carries responsibility as success is earned and the rent is due every every single day. Here are some highlights from a year I will call ‘Flourishing’. Cheers to 2023!

January – began with new paintings that were off-the-cuff as I challenged myself to make art in the moment and without the usual photo reference. These paintings offered very abstract backgrounds using shape and intense colour to communicate the landscapes that the central characters would inhabit.

2022 in Review

Modern Canadian Elk: painting of an Elk on a Northern Lights inspired background

February – continuing on my path of exploring Canadian culture I found myself entranced with Nanaimo Bars on Valentines Day

2022 in Review

On Top of Nanaimo Bars: a figure skater perched a top a tower of delicious desserts made in Canada

March – a few more paintings including two showstoppers featuring red canoes

2022 in Review

Brandy Saturley in her Victoria BC studio with two canoe paintings, March 2022

March also included a trip to Vancouver to deliver art and see Yoko Ono: Growing Freedom at Vancouver Art Gallery

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Growing Freedom: the instructions of Yoko Ono, the Art of John and Yoko

April – new self-portrait for my ‘Pop Canadianisms’ series – solidarity with our Ukrainian friends

2022 in review

Portrait Painting of a Ukrainian Canadian Artist

May – mindful of our Alberta cousins and Indigenous relations

Indigenous Landscape painting

Painting of Blackfoot tribal chief next to red canoe at Lake Louise, Alberta

June – all about Maui, Hawaii – a beauteous place to fill my eyes, nose, ears and brain

HUI NO'EAU Arts Centre Maui

Canadian Artist Brandy Saturley at HUI NO’EAU VISUAL ARTS CENTER

Painting inspired by Maui Hawaii residency.

July – Sooke Fine Arts show, Sooke BC Canada

Sooke Fine Arts Show 2022

Ukraine Strong, acrylic painting on canvas, 2022 – Brandy Saturley

August – Society of Canadian Artists 54th Annual Exhibition in Toronto, Canada

Society of Canadian Artists 54th

Society of Canadian Artists 54th International Open Exhibition Features Portrait by Brandy Saturley

September – photography and preparations for the annual art magazine/catalogue

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Canadian Artist Brandy Saturley in studio with some of the paintings created in 2022

October – with the passing of Queen Elizabeth II – two paintings honoring Britain and the monarch

2022 in Review

Painting of Queen Elizabeth II by Brandy Saturley, 2022

 

End of An Era – painting of Union Jack and Canadian Flag at half mast, 2022, Brandy Saturley

Annual art catalogue is completed and printed.

Canadian Art Catalogues

Modern Canadian Pop Mythos – 2022 art catalogue Brandy Saturley

November – bound for Banff, Alberta two week painting residency at Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity

Brandy Saturley Lake Minnewanka

In Banff, Alberta at Lake Minnewanka

Banff Centre Painting Residency

Thom Studio at Banff Centre – Brandy Saturley Canadian Artist

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Brandy Saturley in Thom Studio at Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity, November 2022

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Brandy Saturley with final paintings created at Banff Centre residency 2022

December – Art of Winter at Adele Campbell Fine Art

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Brandy Saturley northern portrait – part of Art of Winter group show at Adele Campbell Fine Art

December – the Art of Brandy Saturley now represented by Willock & Sax in Banff, Alberta

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The Art of Brandy Saturley – now on view at Willock and Sax Gallery in Banff, Alberta

December – Brandy Saturley awarded residency in Pouch Cove, Newfoundland at Pouch Cove Foundation artist work/live studios

Pouch Cove Foundation artist residency in Newfoundland, Canada.

See more paintings created by Brandy Saturley in 2022.

 

12 SMALL WORKS SALE: Banff Paintings for Collecting

In November 2022, I spent two weeks painting at Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity. During my time in Banff I had some days to explore Banff National Park and capture photos and videos of awe-inspiring locations in the heart of the Canadian Rockies. From Banff Centre campus to Lake Minnewanka, Bow Lake, Vermillion Lakes, and North Saskatchewan River crossing I covered some ground. Banff paintings for collecting: these 12 small works of art are for sale and make an excellent opportunity to become a collector of the artworks of Brandy Saturley, small paintings to begin a collection, gift to a client or friend and even fill out an existing collection of Canadian Art. These paintings tell stories of Banff in the details, from the wildlife to the mountains, trees, lakes and snow, these are my interpretations of Banff in Winter.

Banff Paintings for Collecting

12 small paintings about Banff from Brandy Saturley

Banff Paintings for Collecting

Side view – paintings all have red edges, distinctly Canadian palettes

Banff Paintings for Collecting

A favourite piece in the Banff small paintings series – Snowbear, 12×12, acrylic on canvas, 2022

The beauty is mesmerizing in the Winter in Banff. Part magical wonderland and part natural wonder, it is a feast for the eyes that touches the soul. The palette of colours ranges from Ultramarine to teal blue-green, with light setting ice crystals ablaze throwing soft pastel hues across the landscapes. These 12 small paintings offer a starting point for larger works that will capture the magical stories contained within these locations.

Featuring locations within Banff National Park, these Canadian landscape paintings are small treasures. It is not often I paint small works, and this offers an opportunity for a whole new group of art collectors access to my work. These paintings are for landscape lovers, mountain lovers, nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts. Little gems from the North.

These 12 small paintings are now available to collect, view the collection now. 

Art in Banff, Canada – Willock & Sax Introduces Brandy Saturley

We are delighted to announce that The Art of Brandy Saturley is now available in Banff, Alberta through Willock and Sax Gallery. On the heels of an artist residency at the Banff Centre for Arts & Creativity, the artist is thrilled to have gained representation in Banff. For 24 years now art dealers Tom Willock and Susan-Sax Willock have been connecting people with art, helping art collectors find art they will love for the rest of their life. The Banff gallery located on Bear Street has an impressive and well curated selection of work encompassing many different media and genres by a strong roster of fine Western Canadian art and artists. Willock & Sax represents emerging and established artists and is dedicated to furthering the legacy of historical artists. Collectively they bring to the business over 60 years of experience from the cultural sector, commercial enterprises, and academic studies, including Director of a Public Museum and Art Gallery, Director of a Provincial Arts Service Organization for Visual Art, and academic background in the history of art, design, and visual culture.

Art in Banff Canada

Currently the gallery has four paintings on site by Brandy Saturley, showing themes of mountains, landscapes, canoes and even a polar bear riding a Jeep. A nice representation of the work this Canadian painter has become known for over the past two decades. Not only is Banff a stunning natural destination nestled into the Canadian Rocky Mountains, it is also a destination for art lovers with the Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity, numerous private and public art galleries such as the Walter Phillips Gallery and the Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies.

 

Art in Banff Canada

Vermillion Canoes in the window of Willock & Sax Gallery, Bear Street, Banff, Alberta

It will be interesting to see where my recent experience making art at the Banff Centre and my time spent in Banff capturing locations through photography and video will feed new work to be made over the coming months.

Art in Banff Canada

Top 10 Best Paintings 2022 – Art in Canada

Every year we review the top 10 paintings of the year, highlighting the best artworks created by Brandy Saturley. This year was a year filled with figurative paintings reflecting Canadian culture, landscapes, outdoor pastimes and icons. There were many portraits painted in 2022, northern skies, wildlife and paintings with canoes. With realistic foregrounds and focal points, set against vividly vibrating abstract backgrounds of form and colour. These modern pop art style paintings, sometimes feature kitschy elements of Canadian culture. With hard edged compositions and representational elements, these paintings tell visual stories of the subjects contained within. Please enjoy these top 10 best paintings created in 2022.

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.

Original Canadian Art

Imagine Canoe, original acrylic painting on canvas, 48×60, 2022 – Brandy Saturley

Golden Hour in The Heart of Canoeland: 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.

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Canoeland, original acrylic on canvas, 36×60, 2022 – Brandy Saturley

Wanderlust: A family carry a canoe named ‘Wanderlust’ a grand portage across dried creek beds to a lake. On top of the canoe a polar bear and a snow goose accept the offer of carriage to a cooler locale. As with many of my polar bear pieces they are joyful visual stories but also carry deeper more serious meaning.

Paintings Confronting Global Warming

Wanderlust, original acrylic on canvas, 36×60, 2022 – Brandy Saturley

Dreaming Under Northern Lights: Crisp northern air, standing under the aurora borealis. A girl in a fur trimmed parka gazes up at the northern sky and watches the dance of light. Dreaming under the night sky and the magical dance of the Northern lights.

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Dreaming Under Northern Lights, original acrylic on canvas, 36×36, 2022 – Brandy Saturley

Modern Canadian Elk: A mystical elk. A dreamy modern pop art take on a Canadian nature paint. Can you feel the spirit of the elk? Abstract forms an colour, along with a Northern lights sky create a dreamy scene.

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Modern Canadian Elk, original acrylic on canvas, 36×36, 2022 – Brandy Saturley

On Top of Nanaimo Bars: all covered in winter. A figure skater wearing a toque and red sweater, blowing a bubble is perched on top of a stack of Nanaimo bars, with Candy colours below. She holds a string of ice that flows into a vase or vessel, from which daffodil flowers burst. An icy lake and bridge behind with sky of violet blue peering through the trees. Painted around the time of the 2022 Beijing Olympic Games. A dreamy confectionary Canadian landscape.

top 10 best paintings 2022

On Top of Nanaimo Bars, original acrylic on canvas, 40×30, 2022 – Brandy Saturley

Surfing Rainbows: A west coast beach under dramatic skies of golden hour, post rain shower and rainbow. Surfers and beachcombers explore the beach, looking for the next wave or beach treasure. Symbolic of a west coast Vancouver Island day on the beaches of Tofino.

Top Vancouver Island Artist

Surfing Rainbows, original acrylic on canvas, 30×48, 2022 – Brandy Saturley

A Handful of Polar Bear: This little handful of fluffy white polar bear, sleeping silently, is surrounded by modern flora and fauna. He is perched in a dreamy slumber, on a bed of ice and has a tiny heart in his paw. Has almost an art deco feel – pop art deco.

top 10 best paintings 2022

Handful of Polar Bear, original acrylic on canvas, 48×36, 2022 – Brandy Saturley

Ukraine Strong: Portrait of the artist in Ukrainian headdress, honouring her heritage and in support of Ukraine. She wears a blue collar flannel of red and black check, the quintessential Canadian business shirt. A Canadian Ukrainian with a pysanka egg of Ukraine flag yellow and blue resting between bicep and forearm. Against a background of wheat fields and blue sky.

top 10 best paintings 2022

Ukraine Strong, original acrylic on canvas, 40×30, 2022 – Brandy Saturley

Royal Gaze: “It has been women who have breathed gentleness and care into the harsh progress of mankind.”
Painted during the month of Queen Elizabeth II passing and funeral. I wanted to honour The Queen in a portrait that captured her gaze, her warmth and her strength. This painting of The Queen features an undulating Union Jack flag in the background, her majesty is wearing the Diamond Diadem crown.

top paintings 2022

Royal Gaze, original acrylic on canvas, 48×36, 2022 – Brandy Saturley

There you have it, our top 10 picks for best paintings of 2022 by Canadian Artist, Brandy Saturley. See more artworks by this Canadian painter here. You can also purchase the annual art catalogue featuring these works and more.

Offering 400 Paintings – Buy My Art Collection

Imagine this, you develop a relationship with Van Gogh, and he says to you, ‘buy my art collection’. What if Picasso sold you 300 works, in one fell swoop, in his productive mid-career time of life.  Can you imagine being one person with ownership of an entire collection of works by one artist? There have been a few times I know of where an art collector has come forward to invest in the works of one artist, setting that artist up for a lifetime of painting and allowing for the artist to move on to ‘bigger things’ than what they are currently capable of financing.

Buy My Art Collection

Over the past two decades I have been busy building a significant career and a substantial collection of original fine artworks. The work features in prominent and important collections both public and private. I have gained notoriety as the ‘voice of Canadian Pop Art’ and the ‘Iconic Canuck’. My work is equal parts sincere and quirky, and tells stories deeper than are seen. I am known for my bold and vivid palettes, my paintings are not shy and nor am I when it comes to my Art and where I see myself and my work twenty years from now. Between here and there the goal is always to push the boundaries of the year previous. You may have heard of me or seen my work, and you may not of, but if you are reading this, I am now on your radar.

Buy My Art Collection

As I plan for years ahead I realize that I will not be alive forever, and I will need to begin planning stages for what happens to the collection when I am no longer around. At this point my interest is in selling the current entire originals collection (minus the Goalie’s Mask Painting, currently listed at $91,000.00 CAD).

Buy My Art Collection

Maybe you have billions, you own a beautiful home on Maui, or a brand new Rivian. Perhaps you are building rocket ships or electric cars, or a society altering clothing brand. Perhaps you are an entrepreneur who finds talent and things to invest in, at the most unexpected places (like this blog). Rather than the rush of the auction at Sotheby’s, you find excitement in the direct approach, scooping up the entirety of something just before it peaks (or continues peaking).

Buy My Art Collection

Based on current Canadian art market value, 400 paintings from me, Brandy Saturley, would come to the sum of about  $2.8 million dollars (minus the Goalie’s Mask painting) You bring the cash and I will deliver the paintings to your secure art storage facility, home, or business. You have a home worth $2.8 million just sitting in your portfolio? I could be persuaded on a trade. Just like real estate this art collection will continue to accrue in value in a less volatile marketplace.

Buy My Art Collection

Maybe you read the Financial Time’s, Globe and Mail, Robb Report, or the New York Times. Perhaps you spend your time perusing Larry’s List or Artsy. Have a new Tesla X Plaid? I would consider a trade for 30 paintings from the Iconic series of original artworks. The works in this collection are uniquely Canadian and would love to collaborate with all of the following brands; Lululemon, Canada Goose, Arcteryx, Hudson’s Bay Company, Fairmont Hotels, to name a few.

Buy My Art Collection

All I am interested in is continuing to make Art, continuing to push the boundaries of my work and continue this life as a contemporary fine artist. Continuing to travel to those places that feed the work, such as Churchill to record the polar bears or Fogo Island to capture the east coast of Canada. Have a vacation home on Maui? This is where I would love to spend six months of my year painting.

This collection spans two decades and not only includes the Iconic Canadian paintings I have become known for, it includes early work from travels across North America including; Las Vegas paintings, landscape paintings, wildlife paintings and pour paintings.

art collection for sale

There are some spectacular and unexpected finds, deep in the collection. Make me an offer,  Browse some of the recent work here.

Sincerely Yours,

Brandy Saturley (a.k.a The Iconic Canuck)

Queen Elizabeth II Paintings: honouring The Queen in Art

Throughout my life there has always been a portrait of The Queen hanging near me. With Cornish grandparents and Canadian roots, Queen Elizabeth II has been a constant in my life. Growing up in Victoria, British Columbia and being born at The Royal Jubliee hospital the crown’s presence can be felt everywhere. In 2019 my art career took me to London, England and I spent the summer making art and studying at the Royal College of Art. During this visit I had time to really explore the monarchy and it’s relationship with the commonwealth countries and Canada. It was a time to explore my family roots and express my feelings through my art using a very contemporary expression. Over the years I have addressed and celebrated the United Kingdom and the monarchy, in my paintings. Sometimes poking fun, but always sincerely celebrating the influence of the monarchy on Canadians.

From a painting of The Queen wearing a toque with the Rocky Mountains in the distance, to the Union Jack flag, these five paintings feature expressions of an artist under the influence of the Commonwealth. Featuring collage and painted using acrylics on various substrates, these artworks celebrate what it means to be a Canadian with British roots.

In September 2022, Queen Elizabeth II passed after reigning for 70 years. As a moment of great sadness blanketed the world, I retreated to my studio to paint away the sadness and celebrate a great life.

Here are a few images of paintings from over the years that celebrate Queen Elizabeth II and the monarchy. All seven paintings feature the Union Jack flag.

End of An Era, 2022, Brandy Saturley – painting of Union Jack and Canadian flags at half mast.

Royal Gaze, 2022, Brandy Saturley – painting of Queen Elizabeth II wearing Diamond Diadem crown

Queen Elizabeth II paintings

When The Queen Came to Canada, acrylic, pennies and pence on Union Jack flag, 2012, Brandy Saturley

Queen Elizabeth II Paintings

Remember Us, acrylic on canvas, 2014, Brandy Saturley (Union Jack & Canadian flags)

In my Splendorous Kingdom, acrylic, collage on canvas, 2014, Brandy Saturley (BC flag)

Queen Elizabeth II

Brexit, acrylic on raw canvas, 2019, Brandy Saturley (Union Jack flag)

Splendor Sine Occasu, acrylic pour painting on canvas, 2007, Brandy Saturley (British Columbia flag)

See more iconic Canadian paintings by Canadian artist Brandy Saturley.