I am excited! I took 19 paintings today to have them set up in an art show at The Carrot Community Coffeehouse for the month of August. Woohoo!

A couple of weeks ago, I was contacted to move up my art show from November to August. On that short notice, I pulled together waterfalls and rivers that I had available and titled it “Let the Rivers Flow.” I put four of them into frames and the rest were ready to go.

Let the Rivers Flow,  August 2-27, 2022

As the rivers flow, and cascade on their downward path, spilling over rocks and making their own paths, they bring life with them to nourish the thirsty world.

I enjoy painting water, it’s movement and flow. It is peaceful to sit and take in the beauty of a river or waterfall, but to go further and capture the moment with paint is delightful. I experimented with different painting methods for capturing the water scenes: watercolor, acrylic, oil, combining ink and watercolor, and using handmade paper for texture in some of the paintings.

This series includes 19 paintings of waterfalls and rivers in Alberta, Oregon, Croatia, Iceland and Norway.

Opening Reception
7-8pm on August 4, 2022
The Carrot Community Coffeehouse
9351 118 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T5G 0N3

Let the Rivers Flow Art Show will be up from August 2- 27, 2022
The Carrot Hours: Tues.-Fri. 9am to 8 pm; Sat. 9am to 10 pm. (closed Sun. and Mon.)

November 11- December 31

Artwork of the instructors at the PaintSpot

I have 5 paintings up and about 5 prints available as well.

#PaintSpotArtGifts

https://paintspot.ca/12-days-of-christmas-at-the-naess-gallery/

For the month of December the "Winter Wonderland 2" feature exhibit will be showing in the Night of Artists Gallery in Bonnie Doon Mall, Edmonton.

I have three painting there.  I took a short video of the show. Enjoy!

The Promise of Spring

-Abundant Flowers-

April 1- May 3

Watercolor, Acrylic, Oil and Color Pencil Paintings

Artist: Julie Drew

Opening Reception: April 3, 7-8 pm

 Location: The Carrot Community Coffeehouse
9351 118 Ave NW, Edmonton

At this time of year, I look at the buds swelling, indicating the promise of Spring on its way. Winter releases its hold, and new life springs forth. I watch for the pussy willows, and for new shoots pushing up through the earth. I measure the tulip and hyacinth leaves and wait for the buds to emerge and start their dance. Walking through the woods, I am always on the lookout for the hidden gem, like the “Wild Lady” which was tucked away amidst the leaves, nearly invisible.

Painting the myriads of blooms in their dance is a way for me to engage in the dance of new life. Each flower has its own special feature or essence that speaks to me. I captured the essence of the translucent, delicate blooms in watercolor, color pencil, acrylic and oil, selecting a medium that best encapsulates the moment.

I now have space on the wall at the NOA Gallery in Bonnie Doon Mall!  (8330 82 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB, north end of the mall)

Gallery Hours
Monday - Wednesday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Thursday-Friday 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Saturday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Sunday Noon - 5 p.m.
(780)718-7635

Kaleido Arts Festival:

Get ready to have your hearts a-glowin’! September 5–7, 2025!
Arts on the Ave and Kaleido are excited to present the 20th anniversary of the Kaleido Family Arts Festival—and it’s going to be our brightest, boldest year yet!

Kaleido is a wildly joyful, wonderfully wacky, radically open celebration of the arts in the heart of the Alberta Avenue Arts District. This year’s theme is hearts a-glowin’, and we’re lighting up the streets with music, theatre, dance, zany street performances, mouthwatering eats, vibrant artisans, pop-up galleries, and magical moments.

From alleys to rooftops, from parks to pavement, Kaleido is taking over Alberta Avenue from 90-95 Street with creativity everywhere. Come dance, play, and celebrate 20 years of art, love, and community with us!