About the Artist
Teri Paul
a spontaneous dance....interweaving nature, color, line and texture.
Through a practice deeply anchored in memory and the natural world, Teri Paul paints the evocative landscapes of the Okanagan Valley, infusing her work with a profound sense of place and identity. Drawing inspiration from the region's diverse flora, shifting light, and the rhythmic patterns of the land, Paul's gestural compositions merge the physical and the ethereal, inviting viewers to engage with the rich narratives embedded within the Canadian landscape.Her artistic process is characterised by an exploration of color, texture, and form than employs unconventional techniques to manipulate paint and create a dialogue between abstract and representation. Paul's brushstrokes conjure the essence of her surroundings and embrace an emotional fluidity that results in a vibrant expression of a spontaneous impression. This evolving abstraction allows for dynamic canvases that prioritize intuition over structure. This approach reflects her reverence for nature, as well as her desire to capture the fleeting moments of beauty that resonate within her memory.Informed by her engagement with the natural world as an avid hiker, Paul's practice navigates the nuances of transient beauty. Echoing the visions of contemporary masters who revere the landscape. Paul's compositions encompasses coalesce of abstractions, revealing layers of emotional depth. Influenced by artists such as Zhang He and Flora Yukhnovich, her work speaks to the intimacy of place, embodying the interaction of personal and collective histories that shape our understanding of the natural world.Teri Paul pursued her studies at Emily Carr University, UBCO, and the Okanagan School of Arts, where she refined her technique and cultivated a distinctive artistic voice. Her work has attracted significant attention through various exhibitions and is held in private collections across North America, Asia, and Europe.Now residing in Kelowna, B.C., Paul relentlessly challenges the parameters of her practice, inviting viewers to navigate the intricate landscapes of memory and imagination through her vibrant and evocative paintings. In this ongoing exploration, she continues to engage with the complexities of the natural world, transforming personal and collective narratives into visually compelling experiences.
Born 1961 Lethbridge, Alta. Resides in Kelowna, B.C. EXHIBITIONS - 2018 Odin Gallery/Predator Ridge/ Joint Exhibition - 2018 Summer Exhibition/Odin Gallery - 2017 Odin Gallery Fall / Joint Exhibition - 2017 Lake Country Artwalk - 2016 Lake Country Artwalk - 2015 Lake Country Artwalk - 2014 Marathon Exhibition - 2014 Lake Country Artwalk - 2013 Marathon Exhibition - 2013 Lake Country Artwalk - 2012 Marathon Exhibition - 2012 Lake Country Artwalk - 2012 U8, Sopa Fine Arts - 2011 Marathon Exhibition - 2011 Lake Country Artwalk - 2011 Marathon Exhibition - 2011 U8, Sopa Fine Arts - 2010 Marathon Exhibition - 2010 Lake Country Artwalk - 2010 U8, Sopa Fine Arts, Kelowna - 2009 Versions/Selected of OSA - 2009 Marathon Exhibition - 2009 Lake Country Artwalk - 2008 Marathon Exhibition - 2007 Marathon Exhibition - 2006 Marathon Exhibition - 2005 Marathon Exhibition - 2004 Marathon Exhibition - 2003 Telus Christmas Show, Calgary - 2003 Butterdome Show, Edmonton - 2002 Telus Christmas Show, Calgary - 2002 Butterdome Show, Edmonton - 2001 Telus Christmas Show, Calgary - 2000 Butterdome Christmas Exhibition, Edmonton - 2000 Telus Christmas Exhibition, Calgary - 1999 Butterdome Christmas Exhibition, Edmonton - 1999 Telus Christmas Exhibition, Calgary - 1998 Circle Craft Christmas Exhibition, Pan Pacific, Vancouver - 1998 1999 Granville Island - 1998 Circle Craft Christmas Exhibition, Pan Pacific, Vancouver - 1997 1998 Granville Island - 1997 Circle Craft Christmas Exhibition, Pan Pacific, Vancouver
