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Personal Process
"My personal growth is synonymous with my artwork. The process of creation forces me to reach deep inside myself and then expand as far outwardly as I am capable. With any subject, my goal is to express the higher self with honesty and integrity." I am drawn to the balance between being in chaos and being in control. There is a sense of free falling while still being aware of the amazing unknown happenings that are occurring. At the beginning of the work I may have an idea but at some point there is a surrender to a symbiotic relationship. The painting begins to ask for what it wants or needs. This is desirable for me and I must keep myself open for changes. I find security in knowing there is a design structure under the many layers. It interests me how one can go into the depth of a painting. Rich textures, random dancing line work, the power of color combinations, the mystery of lost and found, creating interesting shapes and values keep me engrossed. Staying curious and on the growing edge is vital in my life as it is in painting. Many of my images come from personal experience, story, and a sense of humor. |
Biography
Donna Baspaly's art career spans more than forty years. She has exhibited in Japan, Australia, the United States and Canada and has earned many prestigious awards including the Silver Medal, Bronze Medal and the Award of Excellence at the Federation of Canadian Artists' Signature Medal Shows. Donna earned both her Signature Status, the SFCA, from the Federation of Canadian Artists (FCA) as well as from The Northwest Water Color Society (U.S.A.) awarding her NWWS Signature Status. Baspaly is a proud member of Eastern Woodland Metis Association.
Donna was the Chairperson for the International AIM FOR ARTS exhibition earning her a lifetime membership with the FCA. Baspaly is part of the Federation of Canadian Artists Standards Committee and was an annual juror for five years at the Pacific Rim International Miniature Art Contest. She is also a popular workshop instructor and mentor as well as a sought after juror.
She has written articles and has been published in several International art magazines and art books including: 'Design and Composition Secrets of Professional Artists'; 'Experimental Encyclopedia of Mixed-Media Artists in North America'; Nita Leland's, new revised book 'Creative Artist’ and ‘Confident Color’ and Jean Pederson’s book; ‘Mixed Media Painting Workshop’; the ' Somerset Studio Magazine'; 'International Artists Magazine’; and the 'Artist's Magazine’. Her design is featured on the cover of a limited edition book. As well Baspaly’s designs have been featured in an exclusive line of Signature bedding for the Daniadown Company.
Many pieces of her art have been purchased by corporate collectors and introduced to private homes by some of Vancouver's leading Interior designers. Canadian Art Prints has chosen images for prints and cards. Her private studio is in Qualicum, B.C.
Associations and Professional Memberships
Kwantlen College – Fine Art Program
Langara College – Fine Arts Program
Studied under several selected International Teachers from Canada and U.S. A.
Many Personal Growth Workshops
A year of peer counseling at the Women’s Resource Centre, Vancouver
Several workshops through the Fine Arts program of the Federation of Canadian Artists
Teaching
I have taught workshops:
Throughout British Columbia
Alberta
Ontario
Quebec
Washington State, U.S.A.
Fine Art Instructor for the Federation of Canadian Artist art program
Demonstrator and lecturer with Art Groups
Lecturer – Vancouver Art Gallery
Featured Artist Talk – South Granville Art Walk
Juror
Exhibitions I have juried are:
United Nations Children Art Competition
Pan Pacific International Miniature Art
Aim for Arts International Art
Juror on the The Federation of Canadian Artists Standard’s Committee
Sidney Fine Art Show
Vernon Fine Arts Show
Cowichan Fine Arts
Comox Art
Qualicum/Parksville Art
South Delta Art
Artist Guild in West Vancouver
Continues to jury FCA members for Signature status
Donna Baspaly's art career spans more than forty years. She has exhibited in Japan, Australia, the United States and Canada and has earned many prestigious awards including the Silver Medal, Bronze Medal and the Award of Excellence at the Federation of Canadian Artists' Signature Medal Shows. Donna earned both her Signature Status, the SFCA, from the Federation of Canadian Artists (FCA) as well as from The Northwest Water Color Society (U.S.A.) awarding her NWWS Signature Status. Baspaly is a proud member of Eastern Woodland Metis Association.
Donna was the Chairperson for the International AIM FOR ARTS exhibition earning her a lifetime membership with the FCA. Baspaly is part of the Federation of Canadian Artists Standards Committee and was an annual juror for five years at the Pacific Rim International Miniature Art Contest. She is also a popular workshop instructor and mentor as well as a sought after juror.
She has written articles and has been published in several International art magazines and art books including: 'Design and Composition Secrets of Professional Artists'; 'Experimental Encyclopedia of Mixed-Media Artists in North America'; Nita Leland's, new revised book 'Creative Artist’ and ‘Confident Color’ and Jean Pederson’s book; ‘Mixed Media Painting Workshop’; the ' Somerset Studio Magazine'; 'International Artists Magazine’; and the 'Artist's Magazine’. Her design is featured on the cover of a limited edition book. As well Baspaly’s designs have been featured in an exclusive line of Signature bedding for the Daniadown Company.
Many pieces of her art have been purchased by corporate collectors and introduced to private homes by some of Vancouver's leading Interior designers. Canadian Art Prints has chosen images for prints and cards. Her private studio is in Qualicum, B.C.
Associations and Professional Memberships
- Honorary Lifetime Member, Federation of Canadian Artists
- Signature Member, Federation of Canadian Artists
- Signature Member, Northwest Watercolor Society
Kwantlen College – Fine Art Program
Langara College – Fine Arts Program
Studied under several selected International Teachers from Canada and U.S. A.
Many Personal Growth Workshops
A year of peer counseling at the Women’s Resource Centre, Vancouver
Several workshops through the Fine Arts program of the Federation of Canadian Artists
Teaching
I have taught workshops:
Throughout British Columbia
Alberta
Ontario
Quebec
Washington State, U.S.A.
Fine Art Instructor for the Federation of Canadian Artist art program
Demonstrator and lecturer with Art Groups
Lecturer – Vancouver Art Gallery
Featured Artist Talk – South Granville Art Walk
Juror
Exhibitions I have juried are:
United Nations Children Art Competition
Pan Pacific International Miniature Art
Aim for Arts International Art
Juror on the The Federation of Canadian Artists Standard’s Committee
Sidney Fine Art Show
Vernon Fine Arts Show
Cowichan Fine Arts
Comox Art
Qualicum/Parksville Art
South Delta Art
Artist Guild in West Vancouver
Continues to jury FCA members for Signature status
