I am an independent artist based in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada.
My passion for art has been nurtured since childhood, with encouragement extending through my primary and secondary school years.
I attended at Red Deer College, where I developed skills in drawing, painting, visual fundamentals, ceramics, and sculpture.
My artistic journey culminated in earning a B.F.A. from the University of Saskatchewan, where I was guided by the expertise of
Robert Christie and Otto Rogers. My educational background has played a crucial role in shaping my painting style,
drawing inspiration from Abstract Expressionism, Color Field painting, and the Formalist approach,
each contributing distinct elements of emotion, color theory, and structure to my work.
I work both in my home studio and at The Studio on 20th.
The large windows in my garden studio offer a direct connection to the beauty of the flora and the vast prairie sky,
creating a serene, tranquil environment. In contrast, The Studio on 20th pulses with energy, fueled by the vibrant streets,
a shared space with other creatives, and the dynamic sounds of the surrounding neighborhood.
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Artist's Statement
My art explores the interplay of spaces, shapes, textures, and lines inspired by architecture, flora, still life, and aerial landscapes.
I envision dynamic conversations between design principles and elements, strategically creating space for rest and contemplation.
Through the balance of unity and diversity, I reflect on parallels between my creative process and the human experience —
embracing risk, play, persistence, and the pursuit of balance amid both chaos and beauty.
Drawing inspiration from formalist and color field painters, I focus on process and formal elements rather than the subject matter.​
Beginning with the spontaneous use of tools and mediums, I cultivate a ground of uncertainty, intuitively allowing marks and forms to
shape my composition through addition and subtraction. The result is a convergence of overlapping planes that reflect shared histories, leading to an ongoing journey of exploration and discovery.
Through juxtaposition, my work sparks curiosity by bringing together different states of being—such as calm and tension. By employing a reduction process, the art transitions from chaos to harmony, reflecting my experience of self, others, and place.
While abstract in nature, my work introduces familiar themes that engage viewers, inviting them to linger and uncover hidden stories within the layers. By balancing representation and abstraction, my art provides an experience that bridges both genres.
​I am motivated and trust in this quote: “Creativity is allowing yourself to make mistakes; Art is knowing which ones to keep.”
Scott Adams