Four Vivid Paintings for Autumn – Maple Leaf and More It is a time of year that fills us with warmth on crisp days, these vivid Autumn leaf paintings express my love for this season. For an artist who paints the colour palette of gold to red and green is a feast for the eyes […] The post Vivid Autumn Leaf Paintings appeared first on The Art of Brandy Saturley ..read more

Realistic Wildlife Paintings With Imaginative Abstract Backgrounds I walk daily through the nature trails surrounding my Vancouver Island home. This week alone I have seen Hawks hunting, a gaggle of Canada Geese, Pheasants and Quail, not to mention frogs and snakes.  It is an endless changing seasonal view and cast of characters. When we travel […] The post Wildlife Paintings Abstract Backgrounds appeared first on The Art of Brandy Saturley ..read more

Paintings of the Elusive Moose, Inconceivable! When it comes to spotting a moose in Canada, it can be a daunting task. I have explored Canada from coast to coast to coast and I have yet to cross paths with this magical beast. Though I know one day we will meet, I have seen plenty of […] The post Elusive Moose Paintings appeared first on The Art of Brandy Saturley ..read more

An Ode to Jasper, Alberta – Paintings That Celebrate A Special Place With Jasper on our minds and in our hearts it was time to put brush to canvas and make some paintings that express my love for the beauty of this special place filled with Rocky Mountains and wonderous road trips in Alberta. What […] The post Jasper Alberta Paintings appeared first on The Art of Brandy Saturley ..read more

An Ode to Jasper – Paintings That Celebrate A Special Place With Jasper on our minds and in our hearts it was time to put brush to canvas and make some paintings that express my love for the beauty of this special place filled with Rocky Mountains and wonderous road trips. What better way to […] The post Jasper Paintings appeared first on The Art of Brandy Saturley ..read more

The Allure of Art: Why Art Collectors Choose Original Art Many articles and blogs explore the benefits of collecting original art versus fine art prints and reproductions. Often, these perspectives come from investment advisors, gallerists, art dealers, and art consultants. But what insights do art collectors themselves offer? Why do we as Art Collectors Choose Original Art? During the pandemic, the CEO of Artsy shared his reasons for collecting original artworks across various mediums. His motivations included the significance of owning a piece of culture, supporting artists directly, and the ..read more

Top 10 Reasons to Buy Canadian Art – Puns Intended Something original I wrote for my Linked-In page a while back, and it still resonates today. I am known for poking fun at Canada with my paintings and I wanted to express my thoughts on buying Canadian Art, using good old Canadian humour. I find the art business on the whole far too serious at times, collecting art should be fun, but also come with an education on art that you might not know you are getting. It’s that subliminal side of art that makes it so irresistible. Here are the top 10 reasons to buy Canadian Art. Canadian Artist Brandy ..read more

What Makes Art Unique – Weird Art in Canada Having recently returned from an art trip to Santa Fe, New Mexico I came home with a new appreciation for the quirky and even absurdities in Art. Weird art captivates our imagination by pushing boundaries and challenging norms. It reveals aspects of life and human creativity that we rarely encounter. From George Condo’s portraits to modern works like Damien Hirst’s pickled shark, these pieces provoke curiosity, intrigue, and sometimes even discomfort. So, in its eccentricity, weird art invites us to explore the unexpected and embrace the unconvention ..read more

Art In Action – D-Day Artist Orville Fisher As a Canadian and an artist, I have many things to be grateful for in this life. Many of us are familiar with the exceptional art of renowned Canadian painter Alex Colville, a war artist who created some of the most iconic paintings of Canada at war. As we approach the 80th anniversary of D-Day, I want to highlight another artist who may not be as well known today, D-Day Artist Orville Fisher. On D-Day, 6 June 1944, Canadians landed on the beaches of Normandy and played a crucial role in the liberation of Western Europe. The success of this immense o ..read more

What Makes it Stand Out – Emphasis in Art Creating a focal point in your paintings and something that stands out is referred to as emphasis in art. But what makes art stand out from the crowd, is a distinctive fingerprint, or in marketing terms, brand, that signifies your work. It’s the YOU in YOUR WORK, that makes you stand out. Ukraine Strong – 40×30, acrylic on canvas, 2023 Brandy Saturley When I think about great art, it is what stands out that resonates for generations. Some people call it weird art, quirky, controversial, political, and even haunting. Whatever you call it, it sometimes ..read more