Prompted by a Muse - Grey Matter, Kincardine, ON
Random prompts have been assigned to me, and I created these three collages based on the prompts given. These are collages created with handmade Nepali Lokta paper. Visit the exhibition to see them in person!
PROMPT #1
"WHAT WASHED ASHORE"
A tribute to the Boiler at Boiler Beach, a landmark that reflects how memory, place, and time can leave marks – some rusted, some resilient.
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PROMPT #2
"MISSED CONNECTIONS"
This scene formed like a quiet ache, two figures share a bench and a sunset – one present, one remembered – revealing how connection can linger long after physical presence fades.
Available for purchase at Grey Matter
PROMPT #3
"A COLLECTION OF TREASURES"
A childhood moment preserved: A child’s hands weren’t enough, so her skirt became a cradle – gathering feathers, driftwood, and stones the way we gather moments, trying to carry home everything that made us feel wonder. Our shoreline holds many treasures – a memory, a stone – all beautifully shaped by the waves of Lake Huron.
Available for purchase at Grey Matter
Show runs: March 2026
Location: Grey Matter Beer Company, 726 Queen St, Kincardine ON
Elemental: Earthly Wonders - Grey Matter, Kincardine, ON
Earth, Wind, Water, and Fire combine for a wondrous feast for the eyes! I chose the EARTH element.
ROOTED No. 1
In every place you’re rooted — for a moment or a lifetime — the Earth remembers, and the moments there shape both land and self.
11" x 14"
Watercolour on paper
ROOTED No. 2
Earth is the quiet power that holds us steady — the root of all beginnings and the keeper of every story.
11" x 14"
Watercolour on paper
ROOTED No. 3
Earth’s quiet strength — layers that endure, roots that ground us, and stones that hold time’s memory.
11" x 14"
Watercolour on paper
ROOTED No. 4
This one was created along with the others, but is not in display at the show.
11" x 14"
Watercolour on paper
These pieces have all found a home.
Show runs: December 5th, 2025 to January 31st, 2026
Location: Grey Matter Beer Company, 726 Queen St, Kincardine ON
It was a dark and stormy night... - Grey Matter, Kincardine, ON
What do you think of when the story begins with "It was a dark and stormy night..."? Here are my submissions for this prompt.
MESSENGER OF THE STORM
CANDLE
STORMWATCH
A lone crow perches against a thunderous sky, feathers ruffled by wind. Its gaze is sharp, its presence eerie — a silent omen in the heart of the storm.
9” x 14”
Acrylic on Indigo Dyed 100% Cotton Rag Paper
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A single candle flickers in the dark, its warm glow defying the storm outside. Its flame invites quiet reflection, glowing with warmth and resilience amid the storm — a small light with profound presence.
9” x 14”
Acrylic on Indigo Dyed 100% Cotton Rag Paper
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Raindrops trace paths down the windowpane, blurring the view of a lone tree swaying under heavy clouds. A quiet landscape, framed by the storm, evoking solitude and reflection.
9” x 14”
Acrylic on Indigo Dyed 100% Cotton Rag Paper
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Show runs: December 5th, 2025 to January 31st, 2026
Location: Grey Matter Beer Company, 726 Queen St, Kincardine ON
Open Print Exchange - International
Tiny Prints with Big Reach - Over 1,000 miniature prints, travelling through 39+ countries, and showcased in worldwide exhibitions. Each one is printed using a 3D printed printing press. This is a really fun project to be part of!
"Jaguar"
PRINT #940
"Guided by Thirteens"
PRINT #1313
Within the delicate dance between light and shadow, is the mesmerizing jaguar (Panthera onca). Inspired by my son's love for this magnificent creature.
Seen in the following exhibitions:
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Kelkheimer Kunstkaufhaus, Kelkheim, Germany in November 2024
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Müza Gazhane Hasanpaşa, Istanbul, Türkiye in January 2025
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Letterpers Stadsatelier, Amersfoort, Netherlands in September 2025
Angel number 1313, deeply meaningful to my family, is a reminder to embrace change and new beginnings. It encourages prioritizing personal passions, trusting intuition, and letting creative expression lead the way. This number also speaks to the importance of sharing your truth, using your voice to inspire others, and staying true to your path as you grow and evolve.
Seen in the following exhibitions:
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Jackal Art Space, Berwick-upon-Tweed, UK in November 2025
(pending)
PRINT #1745
I'll be creating another print for the 2026 exchange.
Various exhibitions around the world showcase prints from the Open Print Exchange. Exhibition information is always being updated and can be found on the original site below each individual print.
Location: International
Shaped by the Shore - Walker House, Kincardine, ON
Artistic Reflections of Lake Huron, a theme highlighting how local artists draw inspiration from Lake Huron’s deep-rooted history and its ever-changing nature. Exploring both the historical influence of the lake on local culture and how contemporary artists interpret and express their connection to the water today.
VOYAGER'S FAREWELL
Once a floating restaurant in Kincardine Harbour, the Avalon Voyager set said for Owen Sound in October 1980. My father was aboard during its final voyage. After encountering distress in gale force winds just outside of Tobermory, the W.A. Spears came to its rescue, a courageous and swift response, bringing everyone to safety.
I've used my father's old paints, blending memory and legacy into the canvas. This painting is a tribute and a farewell to a vessel, a moment, and a chapter of local history. It reflects the lake's ability to shape lives and stories, even in parting.
12" x 16"
Acrylic on Canvas
Available for purchase
Show runs: August 23rd to October 22nd, 2025
Location: The Walker House Museum, 235 Harbour St, Kincardine ON
Art Matters Summer Exhibition - Grey Matter, Kincardine, ON
Hometown images that spark memories, from ice cream shack visits to the landscapes that surround us. These pieces were tiny - at 1 inch in diameter, drawing people in to take a moment to engage with the artwork, while sparking their own memories of Kincardine.
ICE CREAM SHACK
A hometown ritual and summer rite of passage - the joy of a cool summer treat, and all the great memories that came before and after.
Original watercolour on paper
1 inch circle
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HAYBALES IN THE FIELD
From early mornings to late sunsets, farmers shape our beautiful landscapes. Golden light spills across the harvest, a reminder of the long days and hard work our farmers put in, season after season.
Original watercolour on paper
1 inch circle
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KITE SURFING AT
STATION BEACH
With each leap above the whitecapped waves of Lake Huron, kite surfers dance and float between sky and lake - chasing the wind, always in search of the next best wave.
Original watercolour on paper
1 inch circle
Available for purchase
Show runs: June 28th to September 30th, 2025
Location: Grey Matter Beer Company, 726 Queen St, Kincardine ON
Tell Me A Story Art Show - Grey Matter, Kincardine, ON
In this enchanting series, driftwood washed ashore by the waves of Lake Huron transforms into doorways to magical realms. Each piece, lovingly wrapped in vibrant wool left over from cherished knitting projects, tells a unique story. From wintery forests to underwater paradises, "That's a Wrap!" invites viewers to escape into fantastical worlds where nature and imagination intertwine.
THE WHISPERING BIRCH
In the hush of a snow-covered forest, silver-white birch trees stand tall, shrouded in a dreamy winter fog. Each thread of wool whispers secrets of the forest—of quiet animals darting through the trees and moonlight dancing on frozen streams. This piece invites you to step into the stillness and listen to the stories carried on the frosty air.
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CORAL'S EMBRACE
Like a frozen moment of the ocean’s artistry, the coral twists and flourishes, its branches stretching like an underwater forest sculpted by time and tide. A tapestry of vibrant hues weave together, mimicking the living reefs that cradle marine life in their delicate arms. Each curve and branch tells a silent story of the sea – of waves that shape, of tides that nurture, and of a world both fragile and resilient.
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THE OLD TREE
In a quiet clearing, an old tree stands alone, its bark etched with time, whispering secrets only the trees remember. Once part of a vast forest, it now stands as the last of a forgotten woodland, reminding us that nature is not infinite – it is delicate, fleeting, and in need of our care. The tree bends but does not break, a quiet lesson in resilience, urging us to tread gently, to listen closely, and to protect what remains before the whispers fade to silence.
Available for purchase
Show runs: February 9th to April 12th, 2025
Location: Grey Matter Beer Company, 726 Queen St, Kincardine ON