rather than staged or symbolic
Her work draws deeply from a lifetime of connection to the natural world—from prairie skies and northern wilderness to the subtle beauty of plants and water reflections—creating paintings that reveal the poetic essence of everyday life
the viewer may feel drawn into her scenes through a sense of time and history
This studio painting is the result of a heli-painting trip Robert took to the Bugaboos with Canadian Mountain Holidays
and controlled oxidation to develop the rich bronze and earth-toned patinas visible across the surface
NEALA 13 rather than staged or symbolicLuLu B Designs by Mary Lou Banks is a Calgary based jewellery artist that blends European elegance with a passion for natural gemstones, crystals, silver, and freshwater pearls. With a background in geology, Mary Lou carefully selects each material, creating handcrafted pieces that celebrate organic beauty and unique imperfections. Inspired by Parisian style and timeless design, her jewellery reflects a refined, personal approach to accessorizing.