ARTIST BIO
Cherie Daly
Hailing from Toronto and splitting my creative time between a Sunrise Avenue studio and Muskoka, I began this artistic journey in 2016. After enrolling in Central Tech’s Adult Art Program and studying various mediums, my passion for abstract painting led me to individual teachers like Suzanne Metz, sparking my commitment to daily practice. My dedication to art has been recognized with awards from the Oshawa Art Association and the Federation of Canadian Artists, Toronto Chapter. Since 2017, my work has been included in juried shows, group exhibitions, and online platforms like Saatchi Gallery and The Other Art Fair. Noteworthy exhibits include the Federation Gallery in Vancouver, the ADC Fine Art show Art Comes Alive in Cincinnati, the Artist Project and the Toronto Outdoor Art Fair.
ARTIST STATEMENT
My artistic journey is an exploration of non-objective, intuitive acrylic painting, a departure from a structured career in public policy, then a period parenting and volunteering, to a realm of boundless creativity. Delving into abstraction, I find joy in the spontaneity of painting without predefined plans, allowing sensations and feelings to guide my brush.
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My creative process is rooted in energetic engagement, avoiding overthinking and judgment. In this transition from analytical to expressive, my work becomes a refuge, a space where emotions flow freely onto the canvas. This creative evolution has not only shaped my artistic expression but served as a vital outlet during personal challenges, particularly in supporting a family member facing mental illness.
Through my bold, funky, and youthful work, I aim to infuse a sense of play, serendipity and strength, offering viewers a chance to partake in the expressive energy embedded in each stroke.
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Funky Times
Ray of Sunshine
Freckles
Necklace
Raindrops
