Originally from Southern Ontario, I grew up on a farm which deepened my adoration for nature and seeing the beauty in even the smallest things. There are many spirits in nature, wonderful energies one can feel even just by sitting near the water, hearing birds, or as I have done many times, taking a moment to respect an animal that has passed away by placing flowers nearby and saying a few words. I believe that living beings (flora and fauna) deserve respect and compassion which is what I work through within my paintings, photography, and poetry.
I always enjoyed art growing up but never thought of myself as an artist until the end of my third year of the BFA program when I decided that painting and poetry would be the specialty for my thesis, which some tried to steer me away from. A Lost Memory: The Endangered Species Project inspired my journey to create artwork revolving around protecting nature, compassion, emotional turmoil, and spirits. My paintings reflect Earth, spirituality, conservation, animal rights, dreams, change, and love.
I do my best to enjoy the little things and to choose happy, even when so many things in the world are upsidedown. There are always positive things around and we just need to stay open to find and embrace them.
Even when painting and writing about the need for conservation and increased animal rights, there is always a message of hope within dark subject matter. Awareness is needed, and as an artist what I enjoy the most is the feedback and emotional responses each individual soaks in from my work. It means so much to hear what others see and feel, and that connection is what makes the process more magical.
Thank you for joining me on my journey, and welcome to my colourful world.
I always enjoyed art growing up but never thought of myself as an artist until the end of my third year of the BFA program when I decided that painting and poetry would be the specialty for my thesis, which some tried to steer me away from. A Lost Memory: The Endangered Species Project inspired my journey to create artwork revolving around protecting nature, compassion, emotional turmoil, and spirits. My paintings reflect Earth, spirituality, conservation, animal rights, dreams, change, and love.
I do my best to enjoy the little things and to choose happy, even when so many things in the world are upsidedown. There are always positive things around and we just need to stay open to find and embrace them.
Even when painting and writing about the need for conservation and increased animal rights, there is always a message of hope within dark subject matter. Awareness is needed, and as an artist what I enjoy the most is the feedback and emotional responses each individual soaks in from my work. It means so much to hear what others see and feel, and that connection is what makes the process more magical.
Thank you for joining me on my journey, and welcome to my colourful world.
Artist Statement
I am inspired by Earth and all of the species of flora and fauna that integrate together to make our planet unique and beautiful. The need for public awareness toward human-animal interactions, wildlife conservation, climate change, and the dwindling numbers of endangered species is what I express within my acrylic paintings. Through vivid colour influenced by the Expressionists, I strive to depict the life-changing events that occur every day around the globe and the emotional impact atmospheric space can have on an individual. I aim to have my viewers rediscover the beauty of nature and our planet's wonder, and fight against the isolation between society and the environment.
-Katy Gill
-Katy Gill
All of my paintings have been watermarked. I ask that you do not copy or alter my work. Thank you kindly!
Katy (Kt) Gill's images are protected under Canadian Copyright Law
