Laura Dirk is Canadian abstract expressionist artist Her style incorporates vivid line and colour to portray the energy of life in landscape, figurative and floral works. Working primarily in acrylic using a combination of eclectic illustration, representational and abstracted concepts, Laura creates unique marks with a variety of tools. Laura attended the University of Guelph studying Fine Art in the early 80’s . Upon graduation Laura pursued a career in Information Technology . She recently returned to her artistic roots after 30 years. In addition to acrylic medium Laura creates graphic designs for her own line of golf wear GolfGirlzbyLauraDirk . Laura is an Active juried member of the Federation of Canadian Artists (FCA), an FCA Toronto Chapter member and artist volunteer for the Bayfield Centre for the Arts. Her work can be viewed at FCA exhibitions in Vancouver BC and a variety of venues and shows in Southwestern Ontario.

ARTIST’S STATEMENT

The Landscape Within represents a deep and honoured connection I have with nature nurtured as a young child through family adventures. As Canadians we are fortunate to have vast spaces and a close appreciation to nature. Viewing the natural landscape and its ability to change and heal from past trauma is a lesson we can all learn from. My current viewpoint allows me to reflect on the darkness and light that is cast on the landscape daily. My work conveys the power of waves of change and the many layers to find new light through abstract expression.