Prairie Stories Told Through Colour & Canvas

Prairie Stories Told Through Colour and Canvas

I’m a Canadian artist based in Medicine Hat, Alberta. I create vibrant acrylic and oil paintings inspired by prairie landscapes, florals, and the charm of small-town life. My work captures the movement, memory, and beauty of the Canadian prairies, reimagining the everyday in bold colour and expressive brushwork.

From blooming sunflowers to historic homes and golden fields, my art celebrates the visual stories that shape the land and people of Western Canada. Many of my pieces feature a hidden key—a quiet invitation for viewers to look deeper, unlock emotion, and discover connection. The key symbolizes possibility, memory, and the spaces in between.

After earning my BFA from the University of Calgary, I’ve spent the past decade sharing my work through galleries, public collections, exhibitions, and private commissions across Alberta and beyond.

Suppose you're a collector, curator, or prairie art enthusiast. In that case, I invite you to explore my available originals or discuss creating something meaningful and personal through a custom commission.

~Theresa

CV / Resume

  • Theresa’s art training includes a B.F.A. degree from the University of Calgary and a Diploma in Visual Studies (now called Art + Design) from Medicine Hat College.

    Theresa has studied with Calgary artist Doug Swinton and British Columbian artist David Langevin.

  • 2022

    Framing and Art Centre Gallery “Neighbour Collection” SOLO Show - Medicine Hat, May

    Mastrius Art Exhibition

    2021

    Esplanade Arts Gallery, Hat Art Club Group Exhibition, “Made in Isolation” | Medicine Hat July to August

    2020

    Esplanade Arts Gallery Solo Exhibition – “Walking the Flats “| Medicine Hat, June to August

    2018

    Alberta Culture Days, Street Art Exhibition, | Medicine Hat – September

    2017

    Cypress Club Exhibition - “Art + Scotch” | Medicine Hat · October - December

    2016

    Private Cypress Club - SOLO Exhibition, “Small Works” | Medicine Hat September

    Medicine Hat Public Library - Group Exhibition, “Common Passion” | Medicine Hat January

    2015

    Willow at Wascana Lake - SOLO Show | Regina, SK, August-October

    Paradise Valley Golf Course Exhibition | Medicine Hat, September

    2014

    Essence - Solo Show | The Hive Artists’ Gallery Medicine Hat - July

    Pinkilish Confidence - Cypress Club Medicine Hat - October 2014

    2013

    Hat Art Club - Group Exhibition | Esplanade Gallery Medicine Hat - June

    Open Studio Program | Medalta Yuill Gallery Medicine Hat - June

  • 2021

    Esplanade, Hat Art Club “Made in Isolation” | Third Prize, Best in Show Painting Award - July

    2015

    Exhibition and Stampede | Donna Maclean Painting Award - July

  • Framing and Art Centre - Medicine Hat, AB

    Rothwell Gallery - Ottawa, ON

  • Mastrius Mentorship group

    Federation of Canadian Artists, | Vancouver

    The Leighton Centre | Calgary

    Hat Art Club | Medicine Hat

  • Theresa has been teaching acrylic painting for the past five years; she offers single sessions, group classes and workshops. She also hosts other artists to run workshops from outside the geographical area yearly.

  • Acrylic, Mixed Media Artwork on birch panel and cradleboards. Birchwood panels provide a solid foundation for Theresa’s multitude of mark-making. Each art-piece comes ready to hang in a contemporary style with signed, dark sides and two layers of archival and UV varnish.

Let’s collaborate

I am always open for collaborations