Joan Armour is a highly regarded artist enjoys
capturing the ruggedness of North America's scenic beauty in
her landscapes. Known for the mood, intensity and power in her
works, Joan brings vivid colours and intense contrasts to life
through her paintings. Her works are sought after by those who
admire her free flowing impressionistic style, deep composition
and strong colour values.
Painting for more than 20 years, Joan has said her love for
art comes naturally as the latest family member in a multi generational
line of artists. Many of her extended family continue to teach
and paint in Europe and North America.
Completing studies at the Dundas Valley School of Art and the
North Hills Art Center in Pennsylvania, Joan participates in
the Society of York Region Artists, The Richmond Hill Group
of Artists and The Markham group of Artists.
Artist Statement
I have always enjoyed capturing the beauty of our scenic countryside
using watercolour, chalk pastel and acrylic paints although
I do prefer chalk pastel and acrylics for their opposing benefits.
Chalks provide the immediateness of glowing colours and the
ability to blend the rich tones necessary to capture vivid landscapes.
Acrylics on the other hand, allow for high contrast and the
colour values shown in our distinctive seasons. When I paint,
I want my I want my work to simulate the imagination of the
viewer. I do this by starting with deep design and composition,
use colours that stir feelings while I maintain my free flowing
style in order to convey vibrant impressions.
My love landscape stems from the incredible beauty we can see
in our natural surroundings. Over the years I have trained my
eye to appreciate the intensity and contrasts in our landscapes,
specially seen in our colder crisper seasons. All I need to
do is look out on a marsh or field to see the values and contrasts
shown by the blues and grays of winter, the golds and earth
tones of the wind blown land and the rich colours of the bush
and forests. I encourage everyone to take a fresh look at their
surroundings and to teach themselves to see this intense beauty.
Awards, Exhibitions, & Associations
'Best in Show' Mill Pond Award, Richmond Hill Group of Artists,
2004
The Mill Pond Award, Richmond Hill Group of Artists, 2003
Placed 1st in the Best pastel category, Society of York Region
Artists, juried show 2001
Exhibited at numerous juried shows throughout Ontario and Pennsylvania
Active member of Richmond Hill Group of Artists
Active member of Markham Group of Artists
Member of Society of York Region Artists, 2001-2003
