I am constantly fascinated by all of the natural world - land, water and sky. What we know of nature or what we can only imagine (vast galaxies, for example) are the subjects of my paintings.

It is my hope that I am showing you, the viewer, something magical - that "secret soul" that Kandinsky once talked about.

I was born into a family that really appreciates the arts. I have created art and played the piano since I was a young child. Thinking that I wanted to be a language teacher, I got a BA in French and German but my passion for the arts pushed me towards work in many arts-related jobs including teaching music and art. I have studied painting with a number of Ontario artists. As a juried member of Art Lending of Ottawa I take part in several exhibitions every year. I have also exhibited in juried and non-juried shows of several other art organizations and have had some solo shows.

For information about my paintings, commissions or art instruction contact me at:
marie@rakos.com

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