ABOUT ELAINE

About Elaine

Biography

Obsession, passion, intensity and commitment can best describe my approach to creating a work of art. Elaine Tweedy painting in the arbor I want the final outcome of each and every piece to radiate energy and emotion. "My paint brush is an extension of my eyes." I have a great fondness of flowers but this is not limited to garden and floral paintings. I love to incorporate flora and fauna together with landscapes such as found in natural park settings or wildflowers in an alpine mountain setting. I also enjoy painting intriguing street scenes that capture the history and flavor of urban settings.

In my acrylic works I apply bold rich color and strong brushstrokes to create vibrant images. In the floral watercolors, I use negative shapes, spaces and relationships as my focus, usually working from actual flowers. I particularly enjoy painting plein-air', be it in my garden, beside a mountain river or high in an alpine meadow.

I have been blessed with natural talent that has been evident in my family for generations. This genetic creativity has been further enriched through art studies with Eileen Raucher Sutton of 'SuttonArt' who has her Bachlor and Master degrees in Fine Art from City University of New York City. Other accomplished artists I have taken workshops from are Carol Nelson (Colorado) Graham Berry (Blackpool England) Jerry Heine, Gisela Felsberg, Willy Wong and Doris Charest. I also studied art through an extension program at the University of Alberta.

My participation in group and solo shows is ongoing. As my works have gained recognition I am pleased to have them featured in a number of fine art galleries in Alberta. It is no less gratifying to know that my works are included in many private, corporate and government collections in Canada and internationally.

I am constantly training my eyes to see better and see more. I continue to broaden my horizons with the use of alternative techniques and mixed media. When painting, I am unaware of the passage of time. I become one with my work.

Artist Statement

Nature presents an endless display of colour, light and beauty, much of which often goes unnoticed in our busy daily lives. Inspired by the landscapes, gardens, and changing seasons of Alberta, I create paintings that celebrate the richness and vibrancy of the natural world. Through bold colour, expressive brushwork and a love of the outdoors, I seek to capture the moments that inspire me, whether found along a mountain trail, in a garden in bloom, or across a open prairie landscape. My hope is that each painting encourages viewers to pause, reflect, and rediscover the beauty that surrounds them every day ................Elaine Tweedy

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