
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
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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.
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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
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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
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Framing and Art Centre - Medicine Hat, AB
Rothwell Gallery - Ottawa, ON
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Mastrius Mentorship group
Federation of Canadian Artists, | Vancouver
The Leighton Centre | Calgary
Hat Art Club | Medicine Hat
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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.
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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