My Artist Statement

The intention behind many of my drawings is to pull the viewer into the interconnection of all that exists on planet Earth and in the universe. This is stylistically reflected in the spatial connection between one object/subject and another, the outline of one fused with that of the next, and the next, and so on. Another intention is to draw a few amazingly brave women of bygone eras in a way that honours not only their external calm and determination, but also the inner resilience that, in every era, serves us best in times of crisis. Each pencil stroke serves as a reminder to be in the moment and to appreciate every moment, no matter how tiny. My pencils do their own thing in their own way. I am merely their enabler. Though my eraser is my best friend, I always allow those pencils to have the last 'word'. And always, thank goodness, they do that in a quirky/whimsical ‘crazee doodle’ style. If I knew how to train a pencil to move independently, I would be very happy to let my 2B pencil sign every drawing like that: Drawn by 2B - Assisted by Carole’s hand – Guided by her muse.

Accolades

It's rewarding to learn that those who have acquired my artwork are drawn to the playful portrayal of subjects. They recognize that beyond the whimsy and vibrant colours, there frequently lies a profound theme in my drawings.  My art sparked the attention of The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS community which fosters positive change through art.  Renée Phillips, the Director/Curator of Manhattan Arts International in NYC, NY, wrote an art review that is both on that website and on my homepage.  Among other specific observations, she wrote:  “Carole’s subjects range from whimsical and idyllic to profound and contemplative. They are enlivened with an eclectic cast of symbolic characters that encompass religion, literature, fables, allegory, and beguiling musings.”

Art Group

"I am the Convenor of a local Art Group that brings together around 20 talented and enthusiastic artists. Our group is a wonderful mix of seasoned professionals with years of experience and passionate newcomers who attend each week purely for the joy of creative exploration. I always encourage a spirit of playful experimentation—after all, art should be as much about enjoyment as it is about technique. Whether someone is refining their craft or simply dipping their toes into the creative process for the first time, I believe that the ‘fun’ challenge of making art is what keeps us inspired and coming back week after week."

Inspired Intention

I do my best to make each drawing as vibrant and subtly meaningful as possible. At times, I am inspired to draw ‘Woman’ as a spirited being who joyfully does her thing against a backdrop of prehistoric fauna and flora. Elements of ancient spirituality, casual references to our energy system and allusions to our basic emotions show up here and there. I find it interesting that my current drawing style has evolved from a one-off ‘vision board’ type of drawing I did back in 2020 while keeping my 85-year-old mother engaged in colouring- book activities