From industrial cityscapes to vibrant abstractions, Andy Schmidt’s work bridges technical precision and emotional connection. In this interview, the Hamilton-based artist reflects on his journey from photography to painting, the stories behind his celebrated Blue Skies Over Hamilton series, and the importance of sharing creativity with others. You are self-taught in painting, but you completed […]

If you’ve invested in canvas artwork, you’ve probably wondered whether a floating frame is worth the additional cost. After all, many canvases can be displayed without a frame at all. For most artwork, the answer is yes. A floating frame can dramatically improve the appearance of a canvas by giving it a more finished, professional, […]

Known for her striking depictions of urban spaces, Gillian Richards brings together a spontaneous touch and a keen observational eye. In this interview, she speaks about colour, process, improvisation, and the challenge of finding moments of beauty and connection within the overlooked landscapes of everyday city life. How has your experience working as a scenic […]

James Wiens has been painting for over three decades, and he shows no signs of slowing down. In this conversation, the British Columbia artist opens up about colour, beauty, and the quiet joy of doing work he truly loves. Your interest in art showed up very early. When did you know it was your calling? […]

Water, memory, and hidden words: these are the threads running through Theresa Passarello’s artistic practice. In this interview, she shares how secret journal writings, water imagery, and the tension between intuition and structure come together to form paintings that hold more than the eye can see. You were born in the Bahamas, studied civil engineering […]

From her first photography exhibition at 16 to the upcoming launch of Galerie ABM, artist Amélie Bolduc-Monette has forged a bold and deeply personal creative path. In this conversation, she opens up about her process, her tools, her inspirations, and what it truly means to live life as an artist. You exhibited your first photography […]

When choosing a floater frame for canvas art, most people find themselves comparing two popular options: metal floater frames and wood floater frames. At first glance, the decision seems simple. Wood offers warmth and tradition, while metal provides strength and modern appeal. But advances in materials and manufacturing have created a third option that combines […]

Born in Soviet Georgia and now based in New York, Eteri Chkadua creates intensely symbolic paintings where autobiography, politics, and performance intersect. In this interview, she discusses the influence of her Soviet upbringing, the role of alter egos in her self-portraits, and how cultural traditions, migration, and political turmoil shape her work. How does your […]

Toronto based painter Miles Ingrassia explores intimacy, tension, and vulnerability through expressive figurative scenes. Drawing from staged photographs and personal moments, his loose, gestural paintings capture the emotional complexity of young male relationships. In this interview, he discusses process, influence, and the balance between control and chaos in painting. Where does your interest in art […]