The Promise of Spring

-Abundant Flowers-

April 1- May 3

Watercolor, Acrylic, Oil and Color Pencil Paintings

Artist: Julie Drew

Opening Reception: April 3, 7-8 pm

 Location: The Carrot Community Coffeehouse
9351 118 Ave NW, Edmonton

At this time of year, I look at the buds swelling, indicating the promise of Spring on its way. Winter releases its hold, and new life springs forth. I watch for the pussy willows, and for new shoots pushing up through the earth. I measure the tulip and hyacinth leaves and wait for the buds to emerge and start their dance. Walking through the woods, I am always on the lookout for the hidden gem, like the “Wild Lady” which was tucked away amidst the leaves, nearly invisible.

Painting the myriads of blooms in their dance is a way for me to engage in the dance of new life. Each flower has its own special feature or essence that speaks to me. I captured the essence of the translucent, delicate blooms in watercolor, color pencil, acrylic and oil, selecting a medium that best encapsulates the moment.

I have some of my handmade paper paintings on display at this time.

Cat creek Falls, Watercolor on Handmade Cattail and Thistle paper (which is is the sandy color of the rocks), 16 in x 12 in, $475. As I sketched the falls onsite, I had a number of people come by. The hike is in Kananskis south on Hwy 40.

Purple Mountain Majesty, Watercolor on Handmade Paper. 8 in x 10 in, $250. The paper was created with this painting in mind from vats of purple pulp, poplar fluff with white pulp, and green pulp.

Curious, Pileated Woodpecker, Watercolor and ink on Handmade Paper. 16 in x 12 in, $425. I was taking a day out at Elk Island and the woodpecker joined me in my contemplation. 

Stairway to heaven, Athabascan Falls, Jasper National Park, Watecolor & Watercolor Crayon on Handmade Paper, 16 in x 12 in, $425. The stairs are the color of the paper made from recylded papers and fabric.

Saturation 3, Plitvice Lakes national Park, Croatia, Watercolor on Handmade Poplar Seed Paper, 12 in x 9 in, $295. 

Gallery Hours
Monday - Wednesday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Thursday-Friday 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Saturday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Sunday Noon - 5 p.m.
(780)718-7635