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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 Small Canadian Paintings

New Small Canadian Paintings

New Small Canadian Paintings – 6 New Small Works to Collect When I took my art practice full-time nearly 20 years ago, one of the first commitments I made was to create new paintings consistently every month. That simple decision shaped the…

Let Your Backbone Rise

Let Your Backbone Rise

Canadian Pop Art

Exploring the Depths of Brandy Saturley's Let Your Backbone Rise Brandy Saturley's Let Your Backbone Rise (2016) is a captivating self-portrait that blends surrealism with profound cultural and personal symbolism. Viewed from behind, the artist…

studio moving sale

Studio Moving Sale

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…

Studio Moving Sale

Rise of Regional Artists

Advice for Art Collectors

The Rise of Regional Artists: Collecting Canadian Art Outside the Big Three Cities Matters When we talk about Canadian art, the conversation too often circles back to the same three cities; Toronto, Montreal, and Vancouver. These cultural hubs…

Canadian Identity in Contemporary Art

Canadian Identity in Contemporary Art

Canadian Art, Canadian Paintings

Plaid, Pop Culture, and Patriotism: The Iconography of Canadian Identity in Contemporary Art What does it mean to be Canadian, not just in spirit, but in symbol? For generations, artists in this country have been exploring Canadian identity…

Behind the Studio Door

Behind the Studio Door

Behind the Studio Door: Summer in the Life of a Canadian Artist Summer in Canada is fleeting, wild, and full of light. Conditions that stir the senses and spark creativity in ways no other season can. Behind the studio door, this time of year…

Public Art in Toronto

Public Art in Toronto

Brandy Saturley Art Licensing - Lighting Up Toronto with Public Art Installations Living in the digital age has opened exciting new avenues for sharing my art with the world. One of the most powerful ways to extend the life and reach of an…

Art Opening Coles Art Market

Art Opening Coles Art Market

Art Opening, Art Show

NEIGHBOURLY – A National Juried Canadian Art Exhibition at Coles Art Market Opening Night Celebration in Huntsville, Ontario July 18, 2025 “Neighbourly” is a national juried art exhibition that brings together Canadian artists exploring…

Landscape Paintings In Banff

Landscape Paintings in Banff

Canadian Paintings

10 Landscape Paintings Available in Banff at Willock & Sax Gallery While I’m most recognized for my narrative Canadian paintings, works that tell visual stories through symbolism, iconography, and Canadian culture - there are times when…

Risk Taking Canadian Artists

Risk Taking Canadian Artists

Advice for Artists

Are Canadian Artists Taking Risks? Or Is the Canadian Art Scene Complacent? Earlier this week, I received a question that struck a chord: “Is risk-taking top of mind for Canadian artists? And is the Canadian art scene, as a whole, supporting…

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…

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