Now showing in the YQQ/CV Arts juried airport show Nov. 19th, 2025 to April 15th 2026 Many layers and iterations, collage and beautiful colours culminating in the whirlwind of lines and shapes. Enigma is a great word describing the process of abstract process. It suits abstract art so well: 'a problem or puzzle which is difficult or impossible to solve'.

#2 of 3 in my Patent Leather Party Shoes mini abstracts. I've left the surface shiny as it enhances the colours and depth in these pieces. Remembering the simple delight as a child with looking down at my new shiny party shoes on my feet. Collage, acrylic, mixed media Each is 6" x 6" x 1.5" deep Sold separately but they look great as a collection Shipping extra and I can give a great rate if you add more than 1 item.

Creating my art in the style of abstract expressionism brings great joy to me in it allows intuition and intention to join in creating my art. I love that my paintings create stories and am always intrigued by the viewers connection, thoughts, stories invoked by my painting. Layers of collage, mixed media and paint on a cradled wood panel. 12" x 9" x 1.5"

Created using an intuitive process and a titch of planning for composition and colour. The forest is a special place for me as a hiker and nature lover. My paintings tell a visual story that both the viewer and artist can personally create. Acrylic, mixed media including acrylic medium, pastel, fixative, graphite pencil, collage on cradled wood panel 14" x 11" unframed and wired at back for hanging.

Acrylic. Mixed media. 12" x 12" on cradled wood panel x 1.5" deep. Wired at back and ready to hang Unframed Shipping is extra I charge a flat rate for Canada and the US. I can ship to other countries. All shipping, duty and tariffs are paid by the purchaser. Contact me at: [email protected]

My Shipyard series is growing! Shipyard Dreams This abstract, created using acrylic paint, mixed media and collage is 12" x 12" on stretched canvas. It is framed and sold with a white frame. It is possible to purchase without frame for $25 less. My gallery shows possible variations using frames (not available through me) provided by my artroom app. 12" x 12" and 13" x 13" with white frame. Shipping is extra. Please feel free to contact me for shipping options and costs. Free local pick up.

The abstract intuitive process along side a titch of planning gives me the freedom to experiment with colour, composition and materials. I like to use glazing to get a translucent effect and enable a glimpse of the layers in my paintings. My paintings are a form of visual story telling. I grew up in North Vancouver and the shoreline views were filled with Shipyards and other metal industrial structures. #3 of my evolving Shipyard series. acrylic, mixed media on flat wood panel and framed shipping and duty fees are extra

#1 of 3 in my Patent Leather Party Shoes mini abstracts. I've left the surface shiny as it enhances the colours and depth in these pieces. Remembering the simple delight as a child with looking down at my new shiny party shoes on my feet. Collage, acrylic, mixed media Each is 6" x 6" x 1.5" deep Sold separately but they look great as a collection Shipping extra and I can give a great rate if you add more than 1 item.

#3 of 3 in my Patent Leather Party Shoes mini abstracts. I've left the surface shiny as it enhances the colours and depth in these pieces. Remembering the simple delight as a child with looking down at my new shiny party shoes on my feet. Collage, acrylic, mixed media Each is 6" x 6" x 1.5" deep Sold separately but they look great as a collection Shipping extra and I can give a great rate if you add more than 1 item.

#2 of 3 in my Patent Leather Party Shoes mini abstracts. I've left the surface shiny as it enhances the colours and depth in these pieces. Remembering the simple delight as a child with looking down at my new shiny party shoes on my feet. Collage, acrylic, mixed media Each is 6" x 6" x 1.5" deep Sold separately but they look great as a collection Shipping extra and I can give a great rate if you add more than 1 item.

Currently showing at Pearl Ellis Gallery in Comox . As an artist I find solace in the solitude and peace while in my studio. Collage, layers, colour and composition. I make my collage papers from original mono prints. Acrylic, collage, mixed media on cradled wood panel wired at back and ready to hang shipping extra

More collage process art and lots of layers. I'm inspired by the excitement of colours and shapes. acrylic, collage, mixed media on cradled wood panel 16" x 12" and 1.5" deep   Ready to hang on your wall. unframed. shipping is extra

Artist interview with Elaine Smith. Elaine is a passionate and deeply intuitive artist whose work is a vibrant reflection of the natural world around her.

Creating my art in the style of abstract expressionism brings great joy to me in it allows intuition and intention to join in creating my art. I love that my paintings create stories and am always intrigued by the viewers connection, thoughts, stories invoked by my painting. Layers of collage, mixed media and paint on a cradled wood panel. 12" x 9" x 1.5"

A collection of 6 small works created using a limited palette and mixed media. Exploring Mark making, lines and shapes. They look great grouped together or hung individually for that small nook or cranny. Each cradled wood panel is 6" x 6" x 1.5" deep $50 each *Please choose which piece(s) you would like. In Checkout you can send a note to me to confirm your choices.

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A mix of my original collage paper monoprints and acrylic/mixed media with an urban feel. Lots of layers, texture and text. 11" x 14" on gallery depth cradled wood panel wired at back and ready to hang shipping extra

Give your art lover the gift of art. Send via email or text non-refundable

A collection of 6 small works created using a limited palette and mixed media. Exploring Mark making, lines and shapes. They look great grouped together or hung individually for that small nook or cranny. Each cradled wood panel is 6" x 6" x 1.5" deep $50 each