Marion Evamy is an abstract expressionist painter who works in acrylics and mixed media. Her approach and techniques vary, but are usually exaggerated or distorted, and play with bold colours and shapes, often broadly brushed on the canvas or collaged. The titles of songs frequently find a way into her compositions, as well as quirky figures in a fusion of those met or dreamt of. She enjoys experimentation.
Evamy’s interest in art and design was nurtured in childhood by her architect father. She briefly attended art school in the early 1980s and took art courses and workshops in the 1990s but is mostly self-taught. She began working full-time as a painter while in her 40s and maintains a studio and gallery called Red Art Gallery in Sidney, BC. Her work has been exhibited nationally.
“As an experimentalist, I allow mystery and magical moments to appear on the canvas, creating a tapestry of artistic wonders. Influenced by travel, design, music and the vibrant colours of the world, I draw inspiration from far and wide.” Quote from artist’s biography on artist’s website. https://www.marionevamy.com/about
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