Barbara Sotiropoulos
Barb Sotiropoulos is an award-winning Canadian artist whose current body of work explores the picturesque landscapes and wildlife found near her home in Calgary, Alberta.
Barb draws inspiration from the beauty of the natural world and the symbolic relationships between animals and humankind in folklore. Her work features vibrant colours and bold brush strokes, creating visual textures that engage and delight collectors.
After earning her Bachelor of Design degree, she pursued a full-time career as a graphic designer while continuing to create art. Notably, her illustration work is featured on the covers of Staedtler coloured pencil products available across North America.
As a passionate creative educator, Barb is also a published author and a mentor to those wishing to expand their creativity and learn best practices to thrive in their art businesses.
ARTIST’S STATEMENT
Creating art offers me a way to connect not only with the natural beauty of the world around me but also to explore visuals and concepts that are meaningful to me on a personal growth level. My artwork has been a fulfilling way that I can focus my thoughts and energy on the things that bring me a feeling of calm.
My primary goal as a creator is to share a sense of beauty, optimism, inspiration, and compassion with collectors of my work. I believe that the art we hang on our walls is often not just for decoration, but a reflection of our inner selves and what we care about the most.
Barb Sotiropoulos is an award-winning Canadian artist whose current body of work explores the picturesque landscapes and wildlife found near her home in Calgary, Alberta.
Barb draws inspiration from the beauty of the natural world and the symbolic relationships between animals and humankind in folklore. Her work features vibrant colours and bold brush strokes, creating visual textures that engage and delight collectors.
After earning her Bachelor of Design degree, she pursued a full-time career as a graphic designer while continuing to create art. Notably, her illustration work is featured on the covers of Staedtler coloured pencil products available across North America.
As a passionate creative educator, Barb is also a published author and a mentor to those wishing to expand their creativity and learn best practices to thrive in their art businesses.
ARTIST’S STATEMENT
Creating art offers me a way to connect not only with the natural beauty of the world around me but also to explore visuals and concepts that are meaningful to me on a personal growth level. My artwork has been a fulfilling way that I can focus my thoughts and energy on the things that bring me a feeling of calm.
My primary goal as a creator is to share a sense of beauty, optimism, inspiration, and compassion with collectors of my work. I believe that the art we hang on our walls is often not just for decoration, but a reflection of our inner selves and what we care about the most.
$360.00
Acrylic on gallery edge canvas.
12x12x1.50"
Peyto Lake in Banff National Park is best experienced with your own eyes. If the stunning mountain vista isn't enough, the impossibly vivid turquoise of this glacial water lake will enchant anyone who gazes upon it.
$360.00
Acrylic on gallery edge canvas.
12x12x1.50"
A trip to the Atlantic province of New Brunswick is not complete without a visit to the iconic rock formations called the Hopewell Rocks. Twice a day these flower pot-like sea stacks are covered at the base with water. During low tide in the Bay of Fundy the base of the tidal eroded rocks is then exposed allowing visitors to walk amongst them at ground level.
$360.00
Acrylic on gallery edge canvas.
12x12x1.50"
Nestled in the Valley of the Ten Peaks, Moraine Lake is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Banff National Park. Stunning at any time of the day, the peaks come alive during sunrise and sunset as the lake reflects the spectrum of beautiful colours that can be seen dancing off the mountains during those times.
$360.00
Acrylic on gallery edge canvas.
12x12x1.50"
The St. Martin Sea Caves are a highlight for any visitor to the small town St. Martin, New Brunswick. The clear blue bay helps the unique red rock formations guard the secrets of the area's geological history during high tide, only to reveal the caves and the sea floor every 6 hours and 13 minutes during low tide.
$360.00
Acrylic on gallery edge canvas.
12x12x1.50"
The site of the Peggy's Cove Lighthouse is one of the most photographed locations in the beautiful Atlantic province of Nova Scotia. The lighthouse was established in 1868 and is classified as a federal heritage building of Canada.
$360.00
Acrylic on gallery edge canvas.
12x12x1.50"
Lake Louise in Banff National Park is known for its vivid turquoise waters. Surrounded by a picturesque mountain backdrop, it's hard to believe at times that this stunning location is real. When the lake is calm, the water produces mirror-like reflections of its surroundings which is an extra treat for the eyes!
$1,728.00
Oil & acrylic on gallery edge canvas.
24x36x1.50"
Nestled in the Bavarian Alps, the Hintersee Lake is one of the most picturesque locations that can be found near Ramsau, Germany. This painting captures a rock and tree formation rising from the waters and reflecting on the lake in a dance of light and colour.
$576.00
Oil & acrylic on gallery edge canvas.
24x12x1.50"
Moraine Lake is cradled in the heart of the Valley of the Ten Peaks. Although the location is stunning to visit in the summer months, Winter brings its own unique beauty to this popular Banff National Park location. This piece captures the experience of the warm glow of the sun bathing the mountains in light against the contrast of the white snow and crystalized turquoise lake.
$960.00
Oil & acrylic on canvas.
20x24x1.75"
The wolf sings in the light of the full moon to call his pack to the hunt. This rallying cry reminds us that we are stronger when we call upon those closest to us for support and comfort.
$2,500.00
Oil & acrylic on gallery edge canvas.
36x36x1.50"
The bear is a symbol of strength and courage. It sees adversity and doesn't run from it. This painting is a reminder that we all need to find our own version of courage to get through tough times. When everything around us feels like chaos we have to find a way to be strong and just keep going.
$960.00
Oil & acrylic on gallery edge canvas.
24x20x1.75"
The bear doesn't need to announce his presence. He knows his strength and is confident in his place in the world. Actions speak louder than words.
$864.00
Oil on gallery edge canvas.
18x24x1.75"
The stag represents the idea of our endurance through life’s challenges and how our memories serve as a record of our triumphs through adversity.