About the Artist

I was born in Toronto, Ontario, Canada and have lived in Port Elgin on the shores of Lake Huron for close to 30 years. I have experienced creativity through classes and hobbies as a potter, woodworker, webpage designer, photographer, instrumentalist (flute, bagpipes, piano) and singer. {I took violin and drums for a year as well} When I was very young, one of my earliest recollections and inspirations of art was when my artistic Grandad was sitting with me drawing pictures for me.

After retiring, as a medical secretary for many years, I have focused my interests on being a painter and sketcher. After taking many art classes in many mediums it wasn't long before I realized my true passion was to channel my creative expression through oils which I create on canvas and wood.

I continue with oils and a passion for abstract paintings along with mixed mediums. I also attended life-drawing groups as well as a new interest in pastel portraitures.

My artistic inspiration comes from my interest and enjoyment, over the last 20 years, as an amateur astronomer and my love of wooded landscapes that I encounter and touch through camping, canoeing and hiking.

I hope you enjoy my interpretations of nature and are touched in some way by my work by connecting with the feelings and senses it produces within yourself.

Meet Cedar & Oakley ~ of Cedar-Oaks Studio