C$4,600
This is a fusion of cultures; Japanese, Canadian, and Chinese. Merging Japanese paper and paints with Chinese inks in gold, black and red in a western, yet zen-like abstract. This painting won 1st prize (The Ruth Yamada Award) from the Sumi-e Artists of Canada 2024 Annual Exhibition.
It is an artistic statement of cultural harmony.
Exhibition: | FCA Toronto: 2025 Open Online Exhibition |
Technique: | Mixed Media: Japanese Paint, Chinese Inks on Japanese Paper; Birch Gallery Substrate |
Edition: | Original, one of a kind artwork |
Unframed Size: | 24in x 36in |
Frame: | Not framed |
Weight: | 5.5lbs (estimated) |
Laura Beaton
Brampton, Ontario
Toronto born, Laura has her roots in Scottish bagpipes and English high tea.
Laura’s work is a fusion of ancient Chinese painting styles and her own creations in mixed media abstracts. Transcending cultures, her works are are in private/perm collections across the globe.
"I am in constant wonder of the intersectionality of cultures and I maintain a role as that of a “quiet activist” when ink meets paper and paint meets canvas. My art supplies are a cross-section of cultures, urging the viewer to look beyond what they see."