This past September, I participated in the Leighton Artists Studio Residency program at Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity in Banff, Alberta. With my interest in death and decay stemming from nature, I was drawn to the natural environment and surroundings of this location.
I worked in the Gerin-Lajoie studio, a private studio in a wooded area on campus during the fall season, giving me access to the natural cycle of life and death that influences my work. Without the distractions of everyday life, I used my time to experiment and develop new painting techniques at the early stages of a new project I am working on.
Thank you Banff Arts Centre for this incredible opportunity — I look forward to returning one day!
I gratefully acknowledge the generous support of the Manitoba Arts Council for funding this self-directed residency through their Learn - Residencies program.
