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Oxanna Adams

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“Nordic Saga” at Polestar Hearth

Some of my paintings are on display at the fabulous new Polestar Hearth Bakery at 535 Woolwich Street, Guelph. Drop by, see my work and indulge yourself in some of Jessie’s delicious sourdough breads and awesome pastries. ...
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Upcoming workshop in Iceland

I am returning to Iceland this September (2017) to take part in an oil and cold wax workshop at the Baer Art Centre, which is located in beautiful northwestern Iceland ...
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Upcoming show in St. Thomas

I will be participating in a group show, “Shift”, featuring abstract and non-representational art at the Illumine Gallery in St. Thomas, Ontario. The show runs from September 30th to October 28th, 2017. Stay tuned for more information. ...
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Swedish Lapland series at Illumine Gallery

My Swedish Lapland series was part of the group show “Idyll” at the Illumine Gallery in St.Thomas, Ontario. Summer 2016 ...
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Iceland inspires!

I travelled to Iceland in late August, 2016. I circumvented the island and visited isolated areas seeking inspiration for a new series of paintings. ...
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Swedish Lapland

I spent a week in Swedish Lapland in May, 2015, studying oil and cold wax painting at Ricklundgarden in the tiny village of Saxnas. This trip was the inspiration for my Swedish Lapland series. . ...
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About

I am attracted to northern landscapes - regions that are less traveled and magnificent in their wildness. My abstractions tell a story of powerful places that lift the spirit and stir the soul. I use oil paint mixed with cold wax medium to build up layers from which shapes emerge and colours solidify. The results are always unpredictable and surprising, mirroring my travel experiences. The memorable gems of discovery are those that emerge at the least expected moment.

Series

Solitude

October 14, 2020

At the end of each day in my studio I endeavour to use up as much of the paint on my pallet as possible by working quickly and spontaneously on small … more > about Solitude

Seasons

October 14, 2020

This ongoing series celebrates the beauty and mystery of the four seasons - inspired by the music of Antonio Vivaldi as interpreted by Max Richter. … more > about Seasons

North

August 7, 2019

My fascination with northern landscapes continues. Part of this series is inspired by a 2018 raft trip on the Alsek River which started in the Yukon … more > about North

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2020 Guelph Studio Tour goes virtual

October 14, 2020

Online store available October 17 - 31.   … more > about 2020 Guelph Studio Tour goes virtual

2019 Guelph Studio Tour

October 20, 2019

Another successful … more > about 2019 Guelph Studio Tour

Guelph 2019 Studio Tour

October 1, 2019

The weekend after Thanksgiving … more > about Guelph 2019 Studio Tour

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