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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.

top Canada art blog

Top Canada Art Blog

Art Career, Canadian Art

How I Became a Top Canada Art Blog I think it was around the year 2000 when I launched my first artist website—an online portfolio that marked the beginning of my professional art career. Over the years, that simple website evolved into a…

Newfoundland Impressions

Newfoundland Impressions

Artist Residency

The East Coast Groove: Impressions on Returning to Newfoundland On Monday, I set out on a red-eye flight from Canada’s west coast to its far east—Newfoundland. It’s a mere 7,486 km journey, or roughly 10 hours of travel if you’re flying,…

Hudson's Bay Blanket Paintings

Hudson’s Bay Iconic Stripes

Art History, Canadian Art

Part of Canada's History – The Iconic Hudson’s Bay Stripes Blanket One of my fondest childhood memories is visiting the top-floor restaurant at the Hudson's Bay Company department store in my hometown of Victoria, British Columbia. On occasional…

Behind the Paintings

First Paintings of 2025

Off With a Bang: The First Paintings of 2025 This year launched with a bang as new paintings flowed from brush to canvas and wood panel, fueled by recent travels to Boston, Massachusetts. With these first works of 2025, I found myself reflecting…

Discovering Indigenous Canada

Discovering Indigenous Canada

Art History, Canadian Art

Discovering Indigenous Canada – A Journey Through the University of Alberta Course Recently, I had the privilege of diving deep into Indigenous culture in Canada through a fascinating and eye-opening course: Indigenous…

Iconic Canadian Brands

Iconic Canadian Brands

Canadian Art, Opinion

Five Favourites; Iconic Canadian Brands With the looming trade war between Canada and the USA, my fellow Canadians and I find ourselves looking inward, reflecting on the iconic brands that define our national identity. While many brands are…

Painting Waterton Lakes Alberta

Painting Waterton Lakes Alberta

Summer Art Trip - Painting Waterton Lakes, Alberta It was August 2020, a summer of cautious optimism as travel opened up after pandemic shutdowns and quarantines. I seized the chance for a road trip from Manitoba to British Columbia, a journey…

Tariffs and Canadian Art

Tariffs And Canadian Art

Buy Canadian, Buying Art

How Will Tariffs Affect the Buying and Selling of Canadian Art? The impact of new tariffs imposed by both the U.S. and Canada on the contemporary Canadian art market remains uncertain. Traditionally, trade barriers like tariffs do not apply…

Preparing An Art Shipment

Preparing An Art Shipment

Art Shipping, Art Show

How Do We Ship Art to A Gallery? Preparing An Art Shipment Over the past two decades The Art of Brandy Saturley has been shipped to numerous galleries and collectors across North America, using wooden crate. While there are many options when…

International Polar Bear Day 2025

International Polar Bear Day 2025

A New Polar Bear King Painting for International Polar Bear Day 2025 Looking back at the polar bear paintings I’ve created, the journey began in 2012 with a striking image of a young blonde girl facing off, nose to nose, with a polar bear.…

Solo Show in Newfoundland

Solo Show in Newfoundland

Art Show, Artist Residency

A Solo Show and A Residency in Newfoundland In the fall of 2023, the wilds of Newfoundland were calling my name. It was October, and I was preparing for a month in Pouch Cove, a rugged, breathtaking place on the Eastern tip of Canada. That…

Palette Colours of Canada

Key Factors Artwork Appreciation

Advice for Art Collectors, Art Benefits

What are the key factors that influence the appreciation of artwork over time? Several key factors influence the appreciation of artwork over time, making it a valuable investment. Here are the most important ones: 1. Artist Reputation…

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