Tag Archives: Alberta

Van Gogh Comes to Edmonton!

Posted on October 26, 2015 by Lorraine Young

I’ve been neglecting my art blog! My excuses are legion, but I’ll just say no excuses are good enough, and apologise: I am sorry. And on to the good stuff! We attended the Van Gogh exhibit last week, featuring … Continue reading →

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“Bridge of Dreams”, a pastel painting

Posted on August 24, 2015 by Lorraine Young

I’ve been having tons of fun working on more pastel paintings based on past walks through Mill Creek Ravine. Especially this one, where I took some playful risks with colour and I think it turned out great! Here … Continue reading →

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“Bagshot Row, Mill Creek Ravine”, a pastel painting

Posted on August 20, 2015 by Lorraine Young

Edmonton has the most extensive river valley urban park and trail system in North America, and Mill Creek Ravine is part of that system. (For a great in-depth article on the history of the Mill Creek Ravine, look here.) I … Continue reading →

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People and Pet Portraits

Posted on August 13, 2015 by Lorraine Young

I really enjoyed working on this pastel painting of Rayne and her grandfather’s Irish Setter, Izzie. To be framed tomorrow and delivered this weekend!

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ARTIST RECHARGE STATION (we are not Synths-or are we?)

Posted on August 4, 2015 by Lorraine Young

Here’s a different kind of post. I could post a WIP but this one isn’t about one of my paintings, for a change. I’ve been following, and enjoying, the new BBC TV show (now airing on AMC) “HUMANS” (sorry, … Continue reading →