A Creative Odyssey

Hello! My name is Laree, I’m an amateur artist living in Calgary, who is passionate about art, nature, travel and exploration. Let me share a bit about myself.

I have always loved to draw. My style is simple and playful with plenty of clean, white space.

I once painted large abstract zebras, giraffes, pandas and penguins, always gathered in their social groups, enjoying each other’s company.

Independent travel has also been a meaningful part of my life. I have spent years backpacking on my own, to far-away countries that were off the beaten track …. drawing and sketching along the way. These experiences didn’t shape my art directly, but they did shape me …. teaching me to appreciate small details, gentle humour, and the personalities hidden in simple forms (think penguins).

I now work digitally using Adobe Illustrator, a vector drawing program. All my greeting cards are printed locally here in Calgary on 100% recycled paper, and the mugs and envelope seals are printed in Windsor, Ontario.

My art is improving so please check back!