"My Rendition of Arthur Lismer's Isle of Spruce," "Jackpine," "Goldfinch," "Cardinal," "Blue Jay"

Abstract

  I am a senior student at the University of Saskatchewan majoring in Psychology. I continue to take history classes and have a love of education. I have always enjoyed painting and have been involved in art since high school. I have submitted my art to various Facebook pages, including the USask Community Art Group as well as SWAA (Saskatchewan Wildlife Artists Association), and have participated in their shows in Prairieland Park, Reflections in Nature and the Fall Saskatoon Exhibition. I have also been involved in VASU Silence Gallery Shows and the 292 Exhibitions of the student-run gallery on campus. I also greatly enjoy participating with the students in in medias res magazine. I have quite a few paintings on display at a local clinical practice. I also contribute to worthwhile charities throughout the city and have paintings displayed in many local businesses and institutions. I have a painting on display at the university's observatory, the Ukrainian Studies Department, and Student Wellness. For me, my art is my contribution to the well-being of others. I have a philanthropy project, which has been a personal journey involving painting for worthwhile charities. I feel that my cheery, bright acrylic paintings provide happiness and goodwill to others. As a child, I was raised by parents who cultivated a sense of hospitality, which has led me down this pathway.