Meet The Artists
Barb Sohn
Barb is a landscape artist who paints water and landscapes in local Lanark County. Working in acrylic on canvas, her paintings explore the interaction between light, colour and pattern in water and landscape. Because of the many layers of design and colour found in water, the possibilities are endless.
Barb is retired from a career as a social worker and is now living and painting full time near Perth, Ontario
Barb is currently represented by
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Gallery Raymond, Kingston
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Koyman Galleries, Ottawa
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Cloud Gallery, Orillia
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Summer and Grace Gallery, Oakville
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Suzette MacSkimming
"Important fun" is how I describe my process of making art. My art is abstract, and it is abstraction that gives me the freedom I need to explore both outer and inner realms of existence. I am inspired by the forest, meadows and waters of our precious natural world and I love to evoke their spirit, energy and symbolic meaning as I paint spontaneously. I am reminded every day of the value of being present in the moment in order to experience life’s joys, mysteries and possibilities. See the art at Stop #7.
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Julie Burke
Julie is an internationally collected artist known for her captivating oil landscape paintings. Her award-winning work celebrates nature's absolute beauty, capturing its serene essence. Julie is deeply inspired by the way light enhances form and the vibrant colors that bring scenes to life. Living in the beautiful Rideau Lakes area, she draws endless inspiration from her surroundings. Julie's art invites viewers to experience the tranquility and splendor of nature. See the art at Stop #3.
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Catherine Leitch
I’ve been creating since I was a little girl growing up on Cape Breton Island. Meadows and fields provided the materials for daisy chains, purple vetch crowns, and collaged wall art. Nowadays, I create textural pieces using acrylics, inks, charcoal and collage. See the art at Stop #1.
Denyse Gridley
Denyse, a fine artist and retired teacher, works primarily in oil painting and has
sold artwork at juried art shows across the province. Her impressionistic style uses
vibrant colour and bold, expressive brushstrokes that create a sense of movement.
She finds inspiration in the landscapes and wildlife of the Ottawa valley. See the art at Stop #8.
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Isabel Joyce
Many years ago I discovered the magic of stained glass. Over the years, I've evolved as an artist, and my love for this wonderful art form has grown.
Now, living in the heritage setting of Perth, I find my inspiration in the historic architecture and classic beauty of the region. It has been my pleasure to enhance many of the homes in our area with the colour and light of stained glass, and to teach my craft to others who share my passion.
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Barb Mingie
Barb Mingie retired from IBM and moved with her husband, Bob, to Walnut Grove Farm in the Lanark Highlands in 2007. At that point, she took up watercolour painting. Inspired by the nature all around her, and passionate about flowers, birds and bees, she refined her method through online courses with Anna Mason. These paintings emerged from that training. Barb held her first vernissage at MERA (McDonald’s Corner), in 2015.
Jen Raby
See Jen's art at Stop #5
Liz Minnes
I am primarily a colourist, and abstractionist.
I moved from Ottawa to Perth six years ago, Peace, quiet, and solitude. I have a wonderful studio filled with light. And a charming new community. I have always used acrylic as it suits my temperament, impatience. It allows me to change my mind. My work is always driven by ideas and curiosities. I have been painting over 50 years and still love it.
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See Liz's art at Stop #3