As a child I made miniature animals out of plasticine... every animal I could think of or imagine. Someone smart said all children are artists. I had the encouragement of my family who thought I was miraculous. I had lovely art teachers in public school that were also very encouraging. I went to Sheridan College and studied illustration and graphic design and worked as a commercial artist for many years. At Dundas Valley School of Art I studied with Catherine Gibbon and Jody Joseph and learned to paint from observation and with my heart. I look at art history closely and attempt to follow in the path of great painters. I ask questions, try not to bore myself and consider everything an experiment. For information about available work, to schedule a visit to the gallery or to inquire about mentorship, classes and workshops please contact Laurie at: [email protected] 519-240-5958 LWN Chapel Studio: 3258 Roseville Road, Ayr Ontario, Canada N0B 1E0 Open by appointment unless otherwise posted |