BIOGRAPHY

EDUCATION

2017 to 2018

  • Vancouver Film School, Vancouver, BC, Special Effects Makeup Program.

  • Taking realism to a different level - learning new techniques and methods of painting with makeup and various paint mediums and materials to create characters both realistic and imaginary. A great challenge to learn to paint on various materials and human flesh

2003 to 2017

  • Formal training at “Pros Art Atelier” in Edmonton, Alberta and Kelowna, BC from Master International Artist Gene Prokop. https://www.prosartschool.com/

2016-2017

  • Mentorship Program with International Exhibiting Artist, Kristy Gordon, New York, NY, https://kristygordon.com/

2014 to 2017

  • Portrait classes and live model figure classes with International Exhibiting Artist, Kristy Gordon of New York , NY

2014

  • Acrylic painting classes with Linda Lovisa of Kelowna, BC

2011

  • Mixed media class with Jean Pedersen, Yellowknife, NT

2010

  • Figurative clay workshop with the Late Pat Keenan, Yellowknife, NT.

2008

  • 3 Dimensional Sculpture workshop with Alberta Professional Sculptor Brian McArthur.  Yellowknife, NT

2000 to 2004

  • Honors certification in the Commercial and Fine Arts program through Granton Institute of Technology in Toronto.

SELECTED SOLO EXHIBITIONS

2025 - Coming Soon!

  • Art Exhibition at Hollyburn Eye Clinic, North Vancouver, BC. May and June 2025

2010

  • Solo Art Show, “Inspirations” ,  Yellowknife, NT

2003-2011

  • Northern Images Art Gallery, Yellowknife, NT

2009-2011

  • Northern Visitors’ Centre, Yellowknife, NT

2009-2011

  • Yellowknife Airport Gift Shop, Yellowknife, NT

SELECTED GROUP EXHIBITIONS

2024

  • 2024 Annual International Exhibition, Juried Exhibition, Granville Island, Vancouver, BC - Cambodian Temple Doorway

2017

  • Ode to Oils. Juried Exhibition, Active, Associate and Senior Status Members, Granville Island, Vancouver, BC. Two Art pieces accepted. Cambodia Monk in Training and Cambodia River

2009–2010

  • Yellowknife Community Art Show, Yellowknife, NT

2010

  • Demonstrator and Arts Organizer at Yellowknife, NT Museum

2010

  • Demonstrator - Yellowknife Art Market

2009

  • Guest Artist - Beer Barge BBQ Bash Event

2009

  • Guest Artist – Midnight Sun Float Plane Fly-In Event

2009

  • 96 ft. Mural of Yellowknife History, Collaboration with Aurora Arts Society Members

SELECTED COLLECTIONS

​2003-2011

  • Numerous Commissions by individuals and businesses in the Northwest Territories, other provinces in Canada, the U.S. and Internationally (South Africa and Australia)

2010

  • Avens Manor Dementia Centre, Yellowknife, NT

2010

  • RTL Robinson Enterprises Ltd., Yellowknife, NT

2009-2010

  • MLA Glen Abernethy, Yellowknife, NT

2009

  • Boston Scientific, Toronto, Canada

2009

  • Mining Heritage Committee Art Collection, Yellowknife, NT

2009

  • Diavik Diamond Mines Mining Art Collection,  Lac de Gras,NT

2009

  • Baker Centre for Seniors, Tribute to Barb Bromley

2008

  • City Hall Heritage Artwork Collection, Yellowknife, NT

2008

  • Two murals, “Tribute to Mining” and “Diamonds!” purchased by BHP Billiton Diamonds and donated to the City of Yellowknife are displayed on main street Yellowknife.

SELECTED PUBLICATIONS

2024

  • Federation of Canadian Artists. AIRE - The 15th Annual International Representational Exhibition, March 12-31, 2024. Publication book of accepted Artists works. Page 10 - Cambodian Temple Doorway, Oil on Canvas.

2004-2005

  • Air Tindi, Yellowknife, NT

2004-2009

  • Artwork published for 6 consecutive years on the NWT & Nunavut Chamber of Mines Annual Geoscience Forum conference brochures.

2005-2008

  • Artwork published 3 consecutive years on calendars for Northern Frontier Safety Corporation, Yellowknife, NT.

2007

  • Designed logo for Diavik Diamond Mine’s Mine Rescue Team 

2007

  • Designed logo for Yellowknife Skating Club, Yellowknife, NT

2001

  • Artwork published on the City of Yellowknife’s Annual Report

BIBLIOGRAPHY

2011

  • “Creating gold by preserving history”, by Daron Letts, The Yellowknifer, Northern News Services Ltd., Jan. 7, P 15

2010

  • “Sharing Space, Artists Collaborate to present solo exhibitions” By Daron Letts, Northern News Services Ltd. Nov. 5, P 14

2010

  • “Outdoor Artistry”, by Daron Letts, Northern News Services Ltd., Aug. 4, P 11

2010

  • “Art of the Week”, Northern News Services Ltd. July 23, P 18

2010

  • “Molding life from Clay”, by Adrian Lysenko, The Yellowknifer, Northern News Services Ltd. , April 9, P 15

2009

  • “The Art of Tranquility” , by Daron Letts, The Yellowknifer, Northern News Services Ltd. , July 31, P13

2008

  • “Hidden Talent on School Draw Ave.”, Daron Letts, The Yellowknifer.  Northern News Services Ltd. Sept. 19, P 18

2008

  • “Love in 3 dimensions” by Daron Letts, The Yellowknifer, Northern News Services Ltd., Oct. 24, P B2

2008

  • “Art and Sport Work Together”,  by Daron Letts, The Yellowknifer, Northern News Services Ltd. Nov. 21, P 25

2006

  • “Steady Now”, Sept. 26 and “Glittering Painters” Sept. 22 by Jessica Klinkenberg, Northern News Services Ltd.

2005

  • “Run for Our Lives – CIBC”   The Yellowknifer, Northern News Services Ltd. Sept. 23, P 17

2005                   

  • “Treasure trove of fine art”, The Yellowknifer, Northern News Services Ltd. Nov. 16, P A17

2005                   

  • “Yellowknife Art, Local Artists display their creations during Artsweek” by Roxanna Thompson, The Yellowknifer, Northern News Services Ltd. Oct. 7, P A15

2005

  • “City prepares for Heritage Week” by Dorothy Westerman, The Yellowknifer, Northern News Services, Jan. 19, P 13

2004

  • “Mining Heritage” by Jennifer Geens, Northern News Services

COMMITTMENTS

I have always been committed to various causes and proudly donated my time and artwork to many organizations while living in Yellowknife, NT, including:

  • Sponsorship of an annual “Art Award” for Junior High school students of William MacDonald School.

  • Donated artwork to the local Dementia Centre.

  • Donated time to be the co-coordinator of an Art Buying committee for the local Dementia Centre – ensuring the new facility was filled with Northern Artwork.

  • Donated an original painting for the launch of the local Breast Cancer organization,  “Run for our Lives” and volunteer at the annual fund raising event.

  • Donation of Artwork titled “Barb Bromley” to the Baker Centre for Seniors.

  • Donation of artwork and art cards to help fundraising for the Mining Heritage Society.

  • Donation of mural for Yellowknife Middle School.

  • Created logo for local Skating Club.

  • Donate to Local sports groups, Yellowknife Schools, Children’s Wish Foundation, and other non-profit groups.