Elizabeth Cox
Inspired by light, color, and nature.
Inspired by light, color, and nature. Elizabeth realized at a very young age that art and creating was her passion, her calling.
Graduating with a degree in Graphic Design, she commenced working at an advertising agency in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
Elizabeth enjoyed city life, but an opportunity arose to travel across Canada and throughout the United States with fellow artists. This adventure provided her with invaluable artistic insights and enriching life experiences. Upon return to Ontario, Canada, she settled out of the city to a smaller town in Northern Ontario. Here Elizabeth started up a successful illustration studio called, Illustratus. Elizabeth displayed her artistic diversity by creating illustrations and design for businesses such as Pet Smart as well as fine art commissions for collectors such as NHL hockey players.
Several years later, on a meditation retreat in New York, United States, a momentous event occurred in Elizabeth's life. It was a time of deep introspection. This profoundly shifted her artistic focus from fine detail work to painting with a sense of freedom; uninhibited.
Elizabeth now paints in thick oils with an impressionistic vigor, aspiring to rouse an awakening or emotion in her viewer; to feel the joy in the vivid colors and subjects.
Elizabeth's work has been exhibited in Northern Ontario, Vancouver, and Victoria, British Columbia. Her work has also been featured in several magazines. Most recently, Elizabeth's work was featured in 'Women in Art 278' magazine and Art Quench Magazine's, Masters Edition.
Elizabeth's themes are those that resonate with her inner passions and reflect her deep appreciation for nature. Subjects that make her smile or inspire a sense of awe often bring her into the studio for 8 to 15 hour days. From driving down a country road and seeing a breathtaking field of sunflowers to the way the light sparkles on a koi pond, for Elizabeth, inspiration is everywhere.
ARTIST’S STATEMENT
Artist's Statement:
To me art is everything. I have been painting my whole life but as a full time artist since 2010. I take my inspiration from nature. I express my love for our earth, and every living creature on it; plant and animal, through my vibrant oil paintings. Always striving to make an impact and leave the observer of my work in awe. I paint to bring the joy and beauty of nature to the viewer.
Exciting things are happening in the studio. Recently I find my strong attraction to abstract painting guiding my direction. My focus is on bringing the passion I have for abstract painting and harmonizing it with my love for my impressionist roots.
However, as you will see and feel, you will continue to be able to identify my work by the vibrant colors, usage of light, and distinctive luminous ambiance.
Inspired by light, color, and nature.
Inspired by light, color, and nature. Elizabeth realized at a very young age that art and creating was her passion, her calling.
Graduating with a degree in Graphic Design, she commenced working at an advertising agency in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
Elizabeth enjoyed city life, but an opportunity arose to travel across Canada and throughout the United States with fellow artists. This adventure provided her with invaluable artistic insights and enriching life experiences. Upon return to Ontario, Canada, she settled out of the city to a smaller town in Northern Ontario. Here Elizabeth started up a successful illustration studio called, Illustratus. Elizabeth displayed her artistic diversity by creating illustrations and design for businesses such as Pet Smart as well as fine art commissions for collectors such as NHL hockey players.
Several years later, on a meditation retreat in New York, United States, a momentous event occurred in Elizabeth's life. It was a time of deep introspection. This profoundly shifted her artistic focus from fine detail work to painting with a sense of freedom; uninhibited.
Elizabeth now paints in thick oils with an impressionistic vigor, aspiring to rouse an awakening or emotion in her viewer; to feel the joy in the vivid colors and subjects.
Elizabeth's work has been exhibited in Northern Ontario, Vancouver, and Victoria, British Columbia. Her work has also been featured in several magazines. Most recently, Elizabeth's work was featured in 'Women in Art 278' magazine and Art Quench Magazine's, Masters Edition.
Elizabeth's themes are those that resonate with her inner passions and reflect her deep appreciation for nature. Subjects that make her smile or inspire a sense of awe often bring her into the studio for 8 to 15 hour days. From driving down a country road and seeing a breathtaking field of sunflowers to the way the light sparkles on a koi pond, for Elizabeth, inspiration is everywhere.
ARTIST’S STATEMENT
Artist's Statement:
To me art is everything. I have been painting my whole life but as a full time artist since 2010. I take my inspiration from nature. I express my love for our earth, and every living creature on it; plant and animal, through my vibrant oil paintings. Always striving to make an impact and leave the observer of my work in awe. I paint to bring the joy and beauty of nature to the viewer.
Exciting things are happening in the studio. Recently I find my strong attraction to abstract painting guiding my direction. My focus is on bringing the passion I have for abstract painting and harmonizing it with my love for my impressionist roots.
However, as you will see and feel, you will continue to be able to identify my work by the vibrant colors, usage of light, and distinctive luminous ambiance.
$395.00
Oil on canvas.
14x14"
I love to watch koi swim and interact with each other, the pond plants, water and light. Watching them flow and move, with their vibrant colors and whimsical fins, is like a dance and moving art. To me koi are dreamy and calming.
As with most of my work this piece has a vibrant color palette with a modern impressionist feel.
It is also interesting to note that Koi fish, in some cultures, are traditionally symbolic of prosperity and good fortune.
The sides have been carefully painted in a wrap around effect as I feel this finishes the work and makes it ready for immediate display. There is no need to frame unless it is your personal preference. This work will also come wired for your convenience. The painting is signed on the front and is signed and numbered on the back.
The work will be safely shipped and will come with a Certificate of Authenticity.
$648.00
Oil on canvas.
18x18"
I love to watch koi swim and interact with the pond plants, water and light. Watching them flow and move, with their vibrant colors and whimsical fins, is like a dance, and moving art. To me koi are dreamy and calming.
I was especially focusing on movement and the koi's interaction with their surroundings in this piece.
As with most of my work this painting has a vibrant color palette, thick texture, and an impressionist feel.
Koi fish are traditionally symbolic of prosperity and good fortune.
The sides have been carefully painted in a wrap around effect as I feel this finishes the work and makes it ready for immediate display. There is no need to frame unless it is your personal preference.
This work will also come wired for your convenience. The painting is signed on the front and is signed and numbered on the back.
The work will be safely shipped and will come with a Certificate of Authenticity.
Thank you so much for visiting my work.
$960.00
Oil on canvas.
24x20"
Serenity Found represents one of those magical moments in nature.
Spending time on the West Coast of Canada gave me a deep appreciation for the incredibly beautiful, and powerful mountains.
"There is a spirit of energy and vigor in mountains, and they impart it to all who approach their presence."
– Francis Parkman, Jr.
The Oregon Trail
The sides have been carefully painted in a wrap around effect as I feel this finishes the work and makes it ready for immediate display. There is no need to frame unless it is your personal preference. This work will also come wired for your convenience. The painting is signed on the front and is signed and numbered on the back.
The work will be safely shipped and will come with a Certificate of Authenticity.
Thank you for visiting my gallery.
$865.00
Oil on canvas.
18x24"
I spent many summers in the prairies at my grandparents farm. I have beautiful memories, and Prairie's Promise was created with my love for those wonderful times in mind.
The sides have been carefully painted in a wrap around effect as I feel this finishes the work and makes it ready for immediate display. There is no need to frame unless it is your personal preference.
This work will also come wired for your convenience. The painting is signed on the front and is numbered on the back.
The work will be safely shipped and will come with a Certificate of Authenticity.
Thank you for visiting.
$2,400.00
Mixed media on board.
32x40"
As I continued my exploration of the human subject this image came to me. As I worked on her the title, Shimmer stuck in my mind.
Shimmer is a mixed media painting on illustration board.
In this work I explore human emotion that also evokes a feeling of wonder. A moment where I hoped the view would think, what is she thinking? What is she looking at?
Again in this piece I was going for a dreamy and magical presence.
Shimmer, is hand-drawn and painted. There are no digital effects. She is created with all archival materials.
Shimmer will come with a Certificate of Authenticity.
$2,400.00
Mixed media on board.
32x40"
Letting Go, is a mixed media painting on illustration board.
In this work I explore human emotion that also evokes a feeling of well, letting go. A feeling of being uninhibited. A feeling of throwing off all that weighs you down and feeling free. Being free.
Letting Go, is hand-drawn and painted. There are no digital effects. This piece is created with archival material.
Hours and hours of care, love and work go into each line.
Letting Go, will come with a Certificate of Authenticity.
$2,400.00
Mixed media on board (framed).
32x42"
My focus is on the human subject. Through my portraiture I am exploring emotional states while trying to capture a mystical quality. This work was inspired by Botticelli's, "Birth of Venus". So in keeping with that I simply called her, "Venus".
This work is a 34" x 42" (with frame)
30x40 (without frame)
Mixed media piece. It is created on acid free board. All mediums used are of the highest quality and acid free/light fast.
This work is professionally framed and ready to hang.
Venus will come with a Certificate of Authenticity.
$2,400.00
Mixed media on board (framed).
42x34"
This is a 34" x 42" (with frame)
40x30" (without frame)
Mixed media work on acid free/light-fast board. I am inspired to explore human emotion that also evoke a mystical quality.
I was going for something really dreamy for the background in this work. I still love catching wishes, making a wish, and then let it go to float away in the wind. I created the background with that in mind.
This work is professionally framed and ready to hang. It will come with a Certificate of Authenticity.
You can see a short video of the making of this work on my facebook page: Elizabeth Cox Art, or on instagram lizcox_art.
$1,798.00
Oil on canvas.
30x30"
As I was painting, Symphony of Colour, I felt that deep appreciation for nature that I often feel when trying to get nature's palette just right. With the fiery oranges, mingling and swirling with the purples and merging blues; to me it is nature's symphony of colour.
This work is lightly textured and has a vibrant color palette with a impressionist feel that I love.
The sides have been carefully painted in a wrap around effect as I feel this finishes the work and makes it ready for immediate display. There is no need to frame unless it is your personal preference. This work will also come wired for your convenience. The painting is signed on the front and is signed and numbered on the back.
The work will be safely shipped and will come with a Certificate of Authenticity.
Thank you for visiting my work.
$2,598.00
Oil on canvas.
36x36"
Home By The Lake, is an oil on gallery canvas waterscape. Intended to bring bliss and serenity.
I wanted to share the calm, reflective, and dreamy feeling I get from being near water. And sunsets seem to make everything that much more breathtaking.
When I was painting this I had visions of beautiful evenings by the shimmering water. Long summer days at the cottage, and as the cool crisp evening approaches, a whisper of the possibility of a campfire.
Home By The Lake, is a textured painting. The sparkles of light literally dance off the water. It is quite captivating.
The sides have been carefully painted in a wrap around effect as I feel this finishes the work and makes it ready for immediate display. There is no need to frame unless it is your personal preference. This work will also come wired for your convenience. The painting is signed on the front and is numbered on the back.
The work will be safely shipped and will come with a Certificate of Authenticity.
Thank you for visiting.
$2,400.00
Oil on canvas.
30x40"
My family and I have always loved to hike. I find peace and tranquility from spending time in nature. Forest Bathing, is my abstract interpretation of being deep in the woods.
Forest Bathing is a generously textured, oil on gallery canvas painting.
As with most of my work the sides have been carefully painted in a wrap around effect as I feel this finishes the work and makes it ready for immediate display. There is no need to frame unless it is your personal preference.
Forest Bathing will also come wired for your convenience. The painting is signed on the front and is signed and numbered on the back.
The work will be safely shipped and will come with a Certificate of Authenticity.
Thank you for visiting my gallery. :)
$1,728.00
Oil on canvas.
24x36"
Autumn Glow represents those magical moments in nature.
Spending time on the West Coast of Canada gave me a deep appreciation for the incredibly beautiful, and powerful mountains.
"There is a spirit of energy and vigor in mountains, and they impart it to all who approach their presence."
– Francis Parkman, Jr.
The Oregon Trail
The sides have been carefully painted in a wrap around effect as I feel this finishes the work and makes it ready for immediate display. There is no need to frame unless it is your personal preference. This work will also come wired for your convenience. The painting is signed on the front and is signed and numbered on the back.
The work will be safely shipped and will come with a Certificate of Authenticity.
Thank you for visiting my gallery. :)