Most people walk right past the places that inspire Allan Thomas. Drawn to old storefronts, faded signs, graffiti, and weathered buildings, he finds beauty in the overlooked corners of the city. We spoke with Allan about his creative process, scratchboard art, murals, and his love of urban landscapes. You often paint urban places that people […]

For Nicole Schultz, the frame is far more than a finishing touch. It is an active part of the artwork itself. Drawing on a background that spans fine arts, custom framing, gallery ownership, and entrepreneurship, Schultz has developed a unique visual language that merges precise geometry with expressive abstraction. We spoke with her about the […]

Stephen Gibb’s paintings are playful, strange, and full of hidden meaning. Blending cartoon-inspired imagery with surreal ideas, his work invites curiosity rather than certainty. In this interview, he discusses “Bubblegum Surrealism,” humor, and the joy of leaving his paintings open to interpretation. You talk about “Bubblegum Surrealism” as a label that’s both fitting and ironic. […]

Canadian artist David Shepherd has built a distinctive career by blending classical training with striking hyperrealism. In this interview, he reflects on the lessons that shaped his artistic journey, the inspirations behind his luminous floral portraits, and how discipline, Taoist philosophy, and ambition continue to guide his work. You started your career as a self-taught […]

Discover the journey of Toronto-based visual artist Emmette Lewis. In this interview, she shares intimate reflections on identity, diasporic memory, and materiality, exploring the tension between her South African roots and life in Canada. What led you to visual arts, and at what point did you know it would be more than a passion? Growing […]

Step into the world of Meriam Benkirane. Trained as an interior architect, the Moroccan artist decodes the complexity of our urban modernity. Through a vibrant geometric vocabulary, she explores the invisible systems of society and questions the place of the living in the face of technological effervescence. A meeting with a consciousness in motion. You […]

Renowned for paintings that blend portraiture, abstraction, and imagination, Yann Lemieux has forged a unique path from business management to artistic creation. In this interview, he reflects on his evolution as an artist, his creative process, and his deeply human vision of art. You worked in animation, event planning, and management before dedicating yourself to […]

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, […]