Hillary Rubel

Children of the Valley

The two figures dancing through the mountainous landscape blend into the painting, signifying how people are one with nature. Essentially, everyone is a child of the valley. We all have the ability to connect with nature and appreciate the beauty it has to offer.

Artist Biography

Hillary grew up in Calgary and mainly paints in oils and acrylics. Painting is a way for her to escape from the demands of the world and find tranquility in landscape and colour. Hillary’s love for art developed at a young age. Currently, Hillary is taking a bachelor’s in urban studies to work towards her goal in helping to design cities. She is also minoring in visual media studies and art history to help her achieve this goal.

Artist statement

In my artwork, I am drawn to the mountainous landscape and objects of many colors. Just like how in nature, random patterns may appear, I am learning how to embrace random patterns in my artwork. To achieve this goal, I am learning to experiment with new techniques to create random patterns. It is a journey that requires me to lose control over my artwork and embrace any mistakes, but I look forward to where these techniques will lead me.

How did you start your art practice?

From a young age I had an interest in painting that has continued to grow as I have gotten older. It was not until high school that I developed a love for oil paints and the techniques they have to offer. The art courses I have taken in university continue to push my technique further. I feel this is only the beginning of my art career and I look forward to how I will grow as an artist in the future.

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