The tragic deaths of my daughter and husband left me navigating deep grief. In this difficult time, art became he my refuge.
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I have a deep respect for indigenous cultures and they left an indelible mark on my creative spirit. My artistic practice is deeply rooted in this early connection, both through sweeping oil paintings that capture the untamed beauty of the American west and intricate sculptural works, honoring native traditions. I focus on handcrafted, one of a kind porcel.\nAin masks that serve as a reverend tribute to the past.For me, these masks are far more than visual expressions, physical manifestation of
Where do you find inspiration?Growin\n G up in southern Alberta and still a profound reverence for indigenous cultures and the American west, my art emerges its natural beauty and ancestral history through traditional oil, painting and porcelain sculpture. My oils captured untamed west while my handcrafted porcelain mask bear traditional Warrior markings, honoring deep spiritual beliefs, whether in oil or clay, my work is a bridge uniting history, deep respect, and the timeless storytelling of the west.
What would you do with $25,000?If awarded the $25000 prize.Sadly, my first step would be to pay my taxes.After fulfilling those responsibilities, I will invest in specialized tools and high quality materials essential to elevating my oil painting and fine porcelain scaling.Ultimately, this will serve as a catalyst, allowing me to scale.My practice expand my reach and share the enduring heritage and stories of the american west with a much broader audience
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