About Char

"Art begins with an idea and lasts many lifetimes."

Artist Statement

Char is a Canadian artist whose work radiates with vibrant colour, celebrating the landscapes that inspire her soul. Through her paintings, she captures the stunning beauty of Alberta’s Rocky Mountains, Calgary’s foothills, and other scenes from her favourite trails and biking routes — places she knows intimately as an avid road and mountain biker. To Char, creativity is a living, growing force that flourishes when truly nurtured.

With over 20 years of experience in the creative industry, Char’s background in journalism has paved the way for a fulfilling career in graphic and web design, corporate communications, and media design, including her work with the Calgary Herald and Postmedia Content Works. Her deep passion for art, storytelling, and design eventually led her toward a fine arts career, where she now explores the expressive potential of acrylics and oils.

Known for her kaleidoscope style, Char's paintings are alive with intricate patterns, unexpected color combinations, and the soft, dreamlike quality she calls her "cotton candy skies." This style invites viewers into a world of color and light, offering them a fresh way to see familiar landscapes and scenes.

Before each piece takes shape, Char prepares her canvas with a unique ritual that sets the tone for her work. She writes positive affirmations on the blank canvas in light acrylic paint, creating a foundation of hope and intention. This quiet act centers her mindset and invites a flow of positivity into her creative process. She hopes that these affirmations are captured by the universe, to be felt by those who view her art and are open to receiving the messages.

Although Char is well-versed in design, she is self-taught as a painter, inspired by masters like the Group of Seven, Van Gogh, and Monet, as well as the many talented artists she calls friends. Her art emerges from an irresistible urge to paint, an expression nurtured by her serene “Cabin in the Woods”— her home surrounded by Douglas firs that overlooks a peaceful nature reserve.

What began as a personal pastime has blossomed into a driving passion, filling Char’s life with purpose and joy. Beyond her art, she treasures her family and the precious moments spent with her four adorable grandies.

Char’s work is an extension of her spirit — brimming with light and love, which she shares freely through her art and her presence. She invites you to join her journey, to feel the energy and warmth in each brushstroke, and to find your own story within her vibrant landscapes.