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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.

The Creative Process

I am living in a constant state of awareness; the creative process. I live in a constant state of 'buzz' and my brain is always working. For me a road trip, a hike or a walk out to my garden, produces endless hours of thought, inception of…

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The Work of Art Begins

Collaboration, Inspiration

Creating a great work of art, begins long before the physical act of painting. Artwork is defined as the production of artistic work, such as painting or sculpture, but the work of art begins long before the physical production of making the…

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13 Years Making Art

The Year in Art

13 Years Making Art as a Professional Canadian Artist. It is true that in some cultures, the number 13 is lucky. Last year I entered my 13th year of making Art and working as a professional Canadian Artist, full-time. July 1st every year, which…

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Symbolically Yours From Canada

Symbolically Yours From Canada - through the eyes of a Canadian Artist I began life on an island on the western-most point in Canada, like a puzzle piece that was never placed in the final map of Canada. As a consequence, my preoccupation…

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Artist and Intuition

"What I capture in spite of myself, interests me more than my own ideas." The Artist and Intuition. I have been thinking a lot lately about being and artist and intuition, and how I have become more aware of how much I access the subliminal…

A Canadian Portrait Project

A Canadian Portrait Project: The People of Canada Gallery is now open! The Official Gallery of the People of Canada, A Canadian Portrait Project. Hundreds of photos, dozens of stories, 20 final portraits. You are invited to join us at the inaugural…

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The Work of Art

Advice for Artists, Uncategorized

The Work of Art is Ever Evolving The work of Art is ever-evolving and so is the job of the Artist. This is a fluid career, where multi-tasking is a pre-requisite and if juggling isn't your thing, you should stick with a 9-5. Now that is…

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Vancouver 2010 Olympics Inspires

How the 2010 Olympic Winter Games in Vancouver, Influenced A Decade of Painting. The year was 2010, and I had been working as a full-time professional Canadian artist for 3 years. Before that I was doing what many do in my profession, work…

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Canadian Flag Art

O Canada! Eleven Paintings for Flag Day in Canada. Eleven paintings celebrating the Canadian Flag in Art for flag day in Canada. I began painting 'Pop Canadianisms' in 2010, these paintings inspired by Canada's popular culture, symbols, landscapes…

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2019 in Canadian Art

Canadian Art, The Year in Art

2019 in Canadian Art, My Year in Painting. In 2010 I set a goal for myself, to paint 25 to 35 new paintings every year and to do at least one thing every year in my art career, that I didn't think I could achieve. For me goals are important…

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Famous Canadian Landscape

Artist Process, New Paintings

Painting a Famous Canadian Landscape: A Tribute to Lake Louise Lake Louise, located in Banff, Alberta, has been a source of inspiration for me on numerous occasions. Whether I visit during the vibrant summer months when the lake reflects shades…

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Large Scale Landscape Painting

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