Be sure to stop by the Thompson Okanagan Tourism Inspiration Centre this Friday and Saturday between 11AM-4PM to enjoy the two vendors, Brandi Anthony and Maggie Denault.
About Brandi Anthony
I consider myself a down to earth northern (metis) gal with a passion for life, animals and people. I am a self taught artist who is constantly looking and learning new methods and techniques. I am open minded and always willing to implement my talents with the voices and opinions of others.
I was often told to choose one field in art and one medium. Whether it be flowers, landscapes, or portraits or charcoal, acrylic and oil, and stick to it until I become exceptional at it. But I found that too stifling. I was always interested in what else. I don’t like to consider being put in a box as I am much more interested in what is on the outside of the box then what is in. And that is why I love to work in different mediums and subjects. More recently I found and am drawn to Color Pencils and love the details I can bring out in a subject.
I strive for realism with acrylics, oils and colored pencils but often add my touch with abstract vibrant colors. To choose a favorite medium or subject is impossible for me as often I am drawn to the subject by the light or angle of which it is presented. Often the reference will speak to me and tell me which medium I would like to see it developed in.
Each piece is special to me and I enjoy the journey of creating and loving each time when the journey comes to the end I get to see the wonder and enjoyment on my customers faces and know that I brought to them a piece that they will love and cherish.
About Maggie Denault:
Maggie is an interdisciplinary artist from the Syilx Secwepemc territory. She is an Interdisciplinary artist working with watercolor, oil , charcoal, crocheting and textile art. She has a year of National Aboriginal Artist Training at En'owkin Centre and will be going back for a final year in September.
Her works have been shown in Westbank with the past collective WFN/ Indigenous Artists and friends and with South Okanagan Galleries including PAG and the Lier House.