Artist Statement:

My works depict the rural Canadian landscape as I see and feel it, full of colour, light, and energy. My inspiration comes from adventuring through rural Ontario, chasing the light. I prefer to paint fast and intuitively, working mainly with large scale canvases using my own reference photos. I also enjoy experimenting with smaller studies and painting en plein air. I gravitate to the golden hour, trees, paths, rolling fields, big skies, and water. My adventures help bring me into the present moment and fill me wonder, excitement, hope, joy, calm and beauty. Through the painting process I strive to bring these experiences to my viewers.  I love creating art that brings joy and hope to others.

 

My work is influenced by traditional techniques and artists. As a child I looked to Van Gogh and the Group of Seven for inspiration. My paintings start with an orange underpainting (imprimatura) to tone the canvas, then I sketch out the composition with a focus on values. I then add various layers of colour with an emphasis on light, depth, and texture. My paintings can be recognized through my bright colours, bold brushwork (which is impressionistic with hints of pointillism), and my emphasis on light and atmospheric perspective. My work reflects my personality; playful, soft & bold at times. 

 

 

Biography:

Kerry Walford is a Canadian Landscape Painter born in 1983 and raised in the beautiful suburbs of Oakville, ON.  She received a Bachelor of fine arts degree from York University in 2006 where she immersed herself in painting, drawing & historical techniques for 4 years. She went on to study Interior Design at Sheridan College, receiving a diploma in Interior Design in 2009, which enabled her to dabble in both fields for several years.  Early in her art career, Kerry gained valuable experience creating and showing her work through juried exhibitions including the One-of-a-Kind Show (Toronto), the Artist Project (Toronto), and various other outdoor art shows.

 

She was drawn to the city of Hamilton, in her 30's, where she lived for 5 years and was inspired by the historic architecture, city views and waterfalls.  Kerry and her hubby Adam enjoyed their time in the city, but felt a call from the countryside, and in 2015 they took a leap of faith on an old but well loved 1840's farmhouse in the small village of Cayuga (in Haldimand County).  After the birth of their daughter Clementine in 2017, Kerry chose to stay at home to raise her daughter whilst pursuing her dream of painting and opening an art gallery.  The couple opened Wildwood Art Gallery & Studio in 2018. Today Kerry enjoys a vibrant mix of roles including motherhood, Artist, Gallery Owner and Art Teacher. There is never a dull moment, but she feels truly fulfilled and grateful to be able to do what she loves and to share her passion with others.

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Now an established Canadian painter with over 15 years selling professionally, her works are well represented through several established Ontario Galleries and are held in private collections across Canada, the United States and internationally. She has been teaching adult & children’s art lessons since 2014 and finds it extremely rewarding. Kerry has been an Exhibiting Member in the Federation of Canadian Artists since 2020.  Her goal as an artist is bring hope and joy to others from her inspired adventures.