A Special Invitaiton

Winter Impressions - L.Watmough

Once a year I have the privilege of exhibiting at the Centre Art Visuel D'Alberta ( CAVA for short). I have always enjoyed being a part of the francophone community, even though my language skills are dismal to say the least and this exhibition is a major part of my involvement.
Somewhere there is Impressionist blood running through my veins! My recent trip to France and subsequent visit to St.Eustache Cathedral in Paris brought home the importance of acknowledging the  profound importance of one's 'roots'. Yes, there are Artists and Artisans lurking in my genes!
With that in mind I energetically took the palette knife in my hands and  painted with the passion of a rogue impressionist intent on letting color be the main force of my painting. I painted in a near frenzy, covering the canvas with as few color strokes as I could. I upped the ante and painted 20x24, no little piddly painting for this release of expression! Color, Drama and Texture were the only thoughts! 
After a brief separation from the act of creation, I reevaluated the results with a cold, dispassionate eye looking for the connecting threads I have embraced through my journey and art education- balance, repetition, contrast, edges! I tweaked the results and I am pleased to present 8 ( at current count at least) interesting, exciting and lively painting at the Nov. 23 Opening.
Although close to my heart, these works are the beginnings of a new series ( maybe not to be ever repeated!) and will be priced considerably below my current level for realistic art. They were a joy to create and I look forward to connecting with the patron who can re-experience this joyful experience!
We will be gathering at CAVA, 9103-95 Ave in Edmonton Nov 23 from 7:00-8:30.  and afterwards in true Parisian fashion we will visit Whyte Avenue and people watch over a great cup of coffee. I hope you can join us!