Ann Brooymans Donald
Artist's Statement and
Biography
Ann Brooymans Donald is an art educator
and artist who has moved to Saskatoon, from Toronto, approximately
five years ago. She is currently teaching at Bishop James Mahoney
High School.
Ann grew up on a farm, in South Western Ontario and is very happy
to be back in a place which appreciates agricultural roots. Her
work celebrates the landscape. Ann enjoys gardening and the beauty
of large colourful spaces. Her present interest in bright, bold
colour is captivated by images of the western landscape. Working
on sight, as well as from many photos and drawings, Ann tries to
capture the energy and the enthusiasm the land and sky convey. Her
aim in creating art is to celebrate life and appreciate the beauty
of our environment. Her art is a tribute to the gift of creation.
Ann has been in numerous exhibitions in many cities throughout Canada
and Holland. She has won various scholarships and awards. She has
been teaching art in galleries, museums, high schools, elementary
schools, and universities. Ann holds degrees related to creating
art and teaching art from Mount Alison University, Concordia University,
University of Western Ontario, York University and an Art Academy
in Enschede, Holland. Her work is a tribute to the prairies, this
great land, and this beautiful country.
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