One Eye Open
My oil paintings are an introduction to the animals that survive on the shores and in the marshes of the South Simcoe area. During my daily walks I take photos of the animals I happen upon and I gather plants, sticks and other organic material within the area. These all become my tools.
In my studio, I begin by layering the collected matter onto the canvas and pouring a coloured wash of thinned oil paint over top. This creates a stained background with printed, chaotic, floral designs that I later embellish, and stylize. Every mark on the surface plays a part in molding the environment and exposing the animal within. I play between heavy textures and thinned out washes and I favour saturated colours with a jewel-tone earthy palette.
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Artist Bio
Gina McCloskey is a Canadian oil painter who resides in the town of Gilford, Ontario. Inspired by the shores of Cook’s Bay, and the natural flora and fauna of the area, she explores the local animals and their wonderous art of camouflage. Gina carries a diploma in Fine Arts Advanced with Honours from Georgian College, a Bachelor of Fine Arts Honours degree from Thompson Rivers University and a diploma in Interior Decorating from Humber College. Gina’s work has recently been showcased in The Newmarket Juried Art Show, ArtSquared with Arts on the Credit as well as various international galleries, group shows and online art platforms.