Amanda Todd Legacy Auction
The Amanda Todd Legacy Auction is a special auction to me. I have been creating original art for it since it began after Amanda’s death.
Many people don’t know that I saw Amanda’s now-viral video before the world did. It was shared with me because of its uniqueness, creativity, and message. I told the person who shared it how powerful it was and that I felt it would absolutely go viral. I had no idea it would go viral for the reasons it did. It stuck with me.
I had recently volunteered at CABE, the school Amanda had been attending before her suicide, so the effect of her death was especially impactful. I was connected with Amanda’s mom, Carol, almost immediately.
I sent her some art I had made and later heard that it was displayed at Amanda’s Celebration of Life. Carol and I had many late-night chats as she dealt with life after Amanda, and my support for Carol and her legacy initiative will always be special to me.
The 2026 Amanda Todd Legacy Auction is now live. This year’s original is made from torn paper, all torn, painted, and assembled by me!
Being Torn, Love Blooms!
12 × 12 inches
Cards on Redbubble
For those Canadians who are leery of giving their money to the United States these days, I am happy to report that Redbubble produces my cards in Ontario, and shipping is super reasonable. Yay!!
I have had my art on Redbubble quietly for years. I say quietly because I know it’s there, and has been, but I don’t advertise it. Until now! I have never wanted to create so many choices that people get confused about where I am selling what. But we are in a serious affordability crisis, and shipping costs are out of control, and with Redbubble, I noticed they were just normal.
I have a large collection of greeting card designs on Redbubble, and Redbubble also has great sales. So, I took advantage of a recent sale and purchased 6 4×6 greeting cards. I was stunned when I saw the shipping was under $6.00! I felt like I was back in 2010!
So while Redbubble is an American company, much like Walmart, it produces cards, prints, posters, etc. IN CANADA. This means it employs Canadian workers and pays Canadian artists, like me!
Please feel free to check out my greeting card selection by clicking HERE.
What Lies Beneath - Colorful Abstract Art
The layers, the paint, the drywall tape are what you see, but beneath the surface is what you don’t see and can’t see.
Emotions go into every piece of artwork I create.
The thoughts, the feelings, the steps taken are under it all.
Each layer is purposeful. Each tear in the paper is recorded, the tension within each tear, to make sure it comes out the way I wanted.
All unspoken, all unseen but included.
This new print is now available in my print shop. Click here.
Introducing Original Torn Paper Collage Art on Paper
I love creating on paper, and I’m always looking for ways to share my work with a broader audience.
These new works on paper are created in the same way I always create, but instead of creating on a wood panel, I am creating on watercolour paper. A 100% paper creation! This allows for cheaper shipping because it's on paper, and you, the buyer, have control over how it is framed.
The art created on paper will tend to be 8.5 × 11.5 or 8.5 × 8.5 inches and not larger and all sold unframed.
To see this new work, click HERE
Terrible Tariffs
I’m not a fan of these tariffs! They hurt consumers so much. Sadly, as a result of the tariffs and the removal of the de minimus exemption, shipping to the United States from Canada has become a really expensive pain in the arse!
I am no longer offering shipping to the United States.
I mean, I can; it’s just that it will require looking into the cost so that YOU (the buyer) are aware of the full cost.
We can no longer ship from Canada to the United States by ground as we used to. Times have changed. Sigh…. So, there is the cost of the art, the shipping cost, plus added duties, plus added tariffs! :-(
Carnations
My grandma and I both love carnations. Inexpensive but make a pretty bouquet, and they last wayyy longer than many other flower varieties. There are so many colour choices in carnations as well. Whenever I see carnations at the store, I often buy myself a bouquet. Carnations are a simple flower, yet elegant and layered.
These are two of my favourite carnation paintings I’ve made. They were made in remembrance of my grandma. What I love about these two designs is that they look great as framed prints or large canvases. You choose the format and size that suits your space, whether it’s a living room, office, kitchen, or bedroom. This vibrant design will brighten your day and, like the carnation, last a really long time.
Blooming Abstract
“Blooming Abstract” is a new print now available through my print shop. This purple abstract floral collage was made using all the bits of torn paper I had left over from a large art piece I recently finished. I love using up bits of paper to create new art.
This new abstract floral design is available in a variety of sizes ranging from 4×8 inches through to 23×48 inches. It can be purchased unframed or framed. If you prefer the look of original art on canvas, that is also available. Unlike my original work, which is in a specific size, my print shop offers far greater choice!
To browse my print shop click here.
New Home For Feather of Hope
Feather Of Hope landed in it’s new home!
I love that this hopeful feather has landed in its new home and matches with the mixer so beautifully! I couldn’t have imagined a more perfect landing spot for this hopeful feather!
Carried By The Wind is the last feather remaining. To scoop it up, click here.
Playful In The Garden of Whimsy Finds A New Home
Playing In The Garden Of Whimsy
One of my favourite pieces is off to a new home! Sometimes I create something that is very much me. I just loved this original, so I am sad it will leave my art studio, but I am happy it will bring joy to someone else.
If you’re looking to add some whimsical art to your home or office or want to give the gift of art, look no further; just click here.
Reminder of Love
Heart shapes remind us love.
Imagine this colourful heart collage on your wall. Every time you walk past it, you wish someone you love a good thought. When you see it, you feel immense love for the life you have. Original art holds the texture and energy. This heart invites you to touch it, to feel its energy, the texture, the life.
To add this piece to your home or office, click …
What The World Needs…LOVE
Imagine a world led by love over fear, peaceful and with hope.
We are taught to love ourselves, seek peaceful solutions, and have hope. Yet the world seems in chaos, and many forget kindness and acceptance, and to lead with a loving heart. What a world it would be if it were led by love.
This new original can be found HERE.
Valentine’s Day is Coming…
Valentine’s Day will be here before we know it!!
It seems like the year just started, which it did, but have you ever noticed how quickly Valentine’s Day arrives?.
It’s crazy how fast time flies now that I’m getting older. I remember being told this as a kid, but you really don’t understand just how fast that is until you hit middle age. I’m not overly keen on Valentine’s Day personally, but that doesn’t stop me from creating new Valentine’s Day cards every year.
I actually have quite an extensive collection of Valentine’s Day cards available in the pre-printed form. All of these cards can have a message added to them and sent directly to the recipient. To view this collection, click HERE.
Still, It Blooms…
Still, It Blooms reminds me that even through the harshest of winters flowers still bloom in spring.
I love how all the pencil markings are still visible in this torn flower. I enjoyed created the abstract design on paper and really didn’t think it was going to end up being a flower, but here we are and I love how it turned out.
The panel is as whimsical as the art on it because it isn’t a perfect gallery style panel. It has rough edges and pieced together sides. It won’t fall apart though, that I assure you.
Behind Floral Chorus
Floral Chorus came to life in the making of this video, created by Louanne Midgley of Tell Your Story Videos. She came over to my studio several times to record footage of my creative process from start to finish and to record in my own words, my story. This was such a great experience, and I love how Louanne pieced together the video footage and my words telling my story. Have a watch below. To view the finished piece, you can click here.
Off To A New Home
Off it goes…
It’s one thing to buy articles of clothing online or to buy your favourite perfume, but it’s a whole other thing when looking at artwork, especially one-of-a-kind original art. Knowing my work connects with someone who hasn’t seen it in person is such a wonderful feeling, especially in such times where so many people are struggling. I am truly grateful.
Blooming Free - A Comission
I don’t do very many commissions because sometimes I find they take away the creativity and require far too much structure. Commissions can often be someone else’s idea of what they want to see, and since we all see things differently, the extra pressure to see what’s inside someone’s mind can zap all creativity from my soul. This commission, however, was different! My client came to me after seeing one of my sold works and asked if I could create a similar one. All the living hostages were now home, and she wanted to celebrate that and commemorate this time in history.
“Blooming Free” was created with the joy of each exuberant release, their families and the hope for a bright and better future. It was such a beautiful piece to create. The darkness blooming colour and the freedom of design and movement.
Tis The Season
Now and again, I like to offer a small sale on my original art. In the art world, they say you shouldn’t offer sales, but I am in my own world, and in this world, this world is costly! So, with that said, use code TISTHESEASON to save 20% on orders over $100.
Playful Whimsy
Add Some Whimsy…
When life is overwhelming and the news often grim, I am so grateful to have space in my home to disappear into a land of whimsy as I create layers of joy to (hopefully) live in homes of my collectors.
Just Some Whimsy
I often photograph my art before sealing it to avoid any glare. I am told that when someone sees my work in real life, the colours appear much brighter and the texture is more pronounced. It’s hard to capture it all in a photograph. While I was sealing Wildflower Whimsy, I was reminded of how many times I had painted different flowers to get just the right ones I wanted to express with this piece. I was reminded that painting larger flowers for larger pieces is harder for me than when I am creating for smaller works, and I was reminded of how I wanted to convey the joy I was feeling in that moment.
This piece in real life is so darn cheerful, and it makes me smile every time I look at it. I can see it in many different styles of rooms, from an office space, perhaps a counseling office, or in an entryway. I could also look wonderful in a living room or even a child’s bedroom. SO many options to choose from.
Fun Flowers Are Cheery
Ahhh, the joy of having flowers you don’t need to water, and they will remain beautiful all year round. You may need to dust the top of the art now and again, but it will continue to bring joy to the room in which it hangs.
I created this series from flowers I painted, tore out, and collaged in a whimsical way to showcase joyfulness and a playful spirit.
These three small works are great all together or on their own. Each can stand in a bookcase or be hung on a wall. Adding to or creating a gallery wall with this collection would be such a fun display of beauty.