"Art is a way of life and I create 24 hours a day…maybe not holding a brush, but by seeing, thinking and feeling” 

With intuitive energy and the use of bold strokes, light, and texture, Linda strives to capture the mood and emotion of her environment. Her paintings appear vividly representational, but upon closer inspection, one can see the intimate nuances and abstract tendencies which elevate and enrich her work. Growing up an "air force brat," Linda travelled extensively across Canada, and settled in Alberta. Her creative ability was readily evident as a child and eventually was able to follow her destiny. Her education consists of formal training in Red Deer College (Art &Design) and U of C BFA program as well as numerous workshops with acclaimed artists. Linda is a prolific artist and enjoys a variety of subject matter and tools (her favourite being the palette knife).  Living in Calgary and painting full-time, she has enjoyed many successes and accolades. She is an active participant in the art community and has shown in various galleries and juried shows. Linda’s paintings are enjoyed in both corporate and private collections across Canada and abroad.

From the Artist:

INSPIRATION

All my landscapes are inspired in some way or another by the environment surrounding me whether it be a specific mountain, waterfall or an abstract shape. If my heart skips a beat I take a second look to absorb and analyze. The simplest things capture my attention ...the way light bounces off the water and rocks in a stream, the contrast of snow against the warm under brush, creating abstracted forms.....it all sparks an emotional chord.

The environment stimulates your senses as you breath the fresh air taking in all the sights and sounds; a truly awe inspiring and humbling experience. These paintings are my personal response to these surroundings both on location and from my studio.

ABSTRACTED FOREST WORK

While landscape painting remains an important part of my practice, over the past several years I have been exploring a more intuitive and expressive direction, resulting in a new body of abstract work, and allowing more creative freedom.

Many of these paintings began by painting over older works, allowing previous layers and ideas to become part of something new. Rather than working toward a predetermined outcome, I follow colour, texture, movement, and instinct, letting the painting reveal itself over time. Forms and fragments of familiar imagery often emerge unexpectedly, creating a balance between structure and freedom.

For me, this series is about transformation—both within the painting and within myself as an artist. It reflects my courage to let go of what is familiar, trust the creative process, and remain open to new possibilities.