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- A Majestic Presence
oil on canvas 20" x 16
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- Bearing the Weight
oil on canvas 20" x 16"
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- Patchwork of Light
oil on canvas 20" x 16"
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- Rebirth
oil on canvas 18" x 14"
artist statement
My paintings are greatly influenced by the elusive and mystical qualities of light and its affects. Contrast in values as well as various line formations are key compositional considerations. Working en plein air allows me to capture the subtleties of colour and essence of my subject. This enables me to respond emotionally to my surroundings. While on location I compose written reflections that depict my thoughts and feelings about my subject matter. Both my oil paintings and writings help me explore moments in time.
selected biography
Debbie Lamey-MacDonald was born in Toronto, Ontario. She moved to Nova Scotia at a young age. Debbie is a self taught artist who works from life both on location and in her studio. She often ventures out into the rural areas of Nova Scotia to paint small plein air studies which she later uses to develop larger studio works.
Debbie holds a B.Ed and has 24 years of experience teaching elementary school. She now utilizes her teaching experience to teach children’s art workshops.
Debbie exhibits her work in various locations in Nova Scotia. She has had two solo shows and has been involved in several group shows. As a member of the Federation of Canadian Artists she has achieved Active Member Status.
