Sabine Hahnel
Sabine Hahnel, a Canadian painter of German descent, stands as a distinguished artist celebrated for her evocative exploration of prairie and mountain landscapes, enchanting forest scenes, and vibrant impressionistic floral compositions.
From early childhood, art has been Sabine's fervent passion, with vivid memories of countless hours spent observing her grandfather's artistic process.
She is entirely self-taught and pursues informal training through workshops, community and experimentation.
Incorporating both traditional and contemporary impressionistic techniques, Sabine's artistic work is a manifestation of her profound connection with nature and love for bold, expressive colors.
While she is widely recognized for her impressionistic landscapes, Sabine proudly showcases three distinctive bodies of work: expansive landscapes and floral stills rendered in acrylics and oils on large canvases, and smaller, whimsically designed watercolors.
The unifying element across her diverse portfolio is the dynamic interplay of color and light.
Sabine's artistic journey embodies a celebration of the freedom to re imagine reality, a sentiment rooted in her formative years in East Germany, where access to art supplies was restricted, and freedom of expression was not fostered and often punished.
Having moved to Canada with her husband and son in 1998, Sabine's art reflects a profound liberation from constraints, echoing her personal and creative evolution.
Despite or maybe because of a career spanning over four decades as a Registered Nurse in the Intensive Care unit and her role as a bison rancher near Two Hills, Alberta, Sabine's artistic spirit thrives. She recently retired from nursing in 2024 but continuous to work with her bison on her homestead near Two Hills/Alberta.
She has held solo shows in different venues and has been represented by different galleries.
Sabine’s work has been acquired into the permanent collection of arts by the County of Strathcona County .
Her creations adorn collections in Canada, the USA, Switzerland, and Germany, a testament to the universal allure of her evocative and dynamic artistry.
For Sabine, the blank canvas remains an eternal source of excitement, holding boundless possibilities within its expansive, white embrace.
ARTIST’S STATEMENT
As an impressionistic artist immersed in the allure of the Canadian landscape, my work serves as a visual journey, inviting viewers to embrace the call of the great outdoors and seek tranquility in the natural world. Nostalgia inspires with my Alberta prairie scenes, creating a poetic resonance that beckons the viewer to explore the untamed beauty of Canada.
Working primarily with acrylics, my canvases become a playground for texture, with the addition of paper, tissue, and oil pen lending a tactile dimension to the scenes. In a dance of light and shadow, I strive to capture fleeting moments that bring the natural landscape to life, acknowledging traditional styles in my works with a more contemporary touch.
Nature is not only my subject but my mentor—each stroke an exploration, each canvas an immersion, and every observation a lesson. As a self-taught artist, my journey is fueled by an unwavering passion for continuous improvement, nurtured through workshops, community engagement, and fearless experimentation.
I aim to create a collaborative experience, allowing each observer to contribute their unique perspective and see a myriad of shapes, unveiling a personal connection with the artwork.
In essence, my art is an invitation—a journey through the Canadian wilderness, a dance of textures and colors, and a collaboration with the viewer to complete the narrative in their own mind.
Sabine Hahnel, a Canadian painter of German descent, stands as a distinguished artist celebrated for her evocative exploration of prairie and mountain landscapes, enchanting forest scenes, and vibrant impressionistic floral compositions.
From early childhood, art has been Sabine's fervent passion, with vivid memories of countless hours spent observing her grandfather's artistic process.
She is entirely self-taught and pursues informal training through workshops, community and experimentation.
Incorporating both traditional and contemporary impressionistic techniques, Sabine's artistic work is a manifestation of her profound connection with nature and love for bold, expressive colors.
While she is widely recognized for her impressionistic landscapes, Sabine proudly showcases three distinctive bodies of work: expansive landscapes and floral stills rendered in acrylics and oils on large canvases, and smaller, whimsically designed watercolors.
The unifying element across her diverse portfolio is the dynamic interplay of color and light.
Sabine's artistic journey embodies a celebration of the freedom to re imagine reality, a sentiment rooted in her formative years in East Germany, where access to art supplies was restricted, and freedom of expression was not fostered and often punished.
Having moved to Canada with her husband and son in 1998, Sabine's art reflects a profound liberation from constraints, echoing her personal and creative evolution.
Despite or maybe because of a career spanning over four decades as a Registered Nurse in the Intensive Care unit and her role as a bison rancher near Two Hills, Alberta, Sabine's artistic spirit thrives. She recently retired from nursing in 2024 but continuous to work with her bison on her homestead near Two Hills/Alberta.
She has held solo shows in different venues and has been represented by different galleries.
Sabine’s work has been acquired into the permanent collection of arts by the County of Strathcona County .
Her creations adorn collections in Canada, the USA, Switzerland, and Germany, a testament to the universal allure of her evocative and dynamic artistry.
For Sabine, the blank canvas remains an eternal source of excitement, holding boundless possibilities within its expansive, white embrace.
ARTIST’S STATEMENT
As an impressionistic artist immersed in the allure of the Canadian landscape, my work serves as a visual journey, inviting viewers to embrace the call of the great outdoors and seek tranquility in the natural world. Nostalgia inspires with my Alberta prairie scenes, creating a poetic resonance that beckons the viewer to explore the untamed beauty of Canada.
Working primarily with acrylics, my canvases become a playground for texture, with the addition of paper, tissue, and oil pen lending a tactile dimension to the scenes. In a dance of light and shadow, I strive to capture fleeting moments that bring the natural landscape to life, acknowledging traditional styles in my works with a more contemporary touch.
Nature is not only my subject but my mentor—each stroke an exploration, each canvas an immersion, and every observation a lesson. As a self-taught artist, my journey is fueled by an unwavering passion for continuous improvement, nurtured through workshops, community engagement, and fearless experimentation.
I aim to create a collaborative experience, allowing each observer to contribute their unique perspective and see a myriad of shapes, unveiling a personal connection with the artwork.
In essence, my art is an invitation—a journey through the Canadian wilderness, a dance of textures and colors, and a collaboration with the viewer to complete the narrative in their own mind.
$1,900.00
Acrylic on canvas.
48x36"
In this breathtaking painting, Morant's Curve comes alive with the rhythmic song of steel against the backdrop of the majestic Canadian Rockies. The snow-capped peaks stand sentinel as the train, a sleek iron serpent, winds its way through the curves with grace and power.
The train's locomotive, adorned with the iconic colors and symbols of the railway, pulls a string of cars that disappear into the curve, creating a sense of mystery and anticipation.
The mountains, rendered in deeppurples and blues, cradle the tracks in their formidable embrace. Evergreen trees standtall along the hillsides.
As the train rounds Morant's Curve, it leaves behind a trail of echoing sounds . The atmosphere is filled with a sense of adventure, capturing the essence of railway travel through one of the most picturesque landscapes nature has to offer. "Coming around the mountain" is a celebration of the harmonious dance between human engineering and the untamed beauty of the Rockies.
$1,400.00
Acrylic on canvas.
40x30"
In this vibrant painting, a sunny alpine meadow unfurls beneath the warm embrace of a cloudless sky. Golden sunlight bathes the landscape, setting the meadow ablaze with hues of green and yellow. Wildflowers sway in a gentle breeze, their colors a vivid kaleidoscope against the backdrop of majestic peaks. The distant mountains, cloaked in hues of blue and purple, frame the scene with an awe-inspiring grandeur. The interplay of light and shadow creates a dance of patterns across the meadow, inviting the viewer to bask in the tranquility of this sun-kissed alpine paradise.
$1,400.00
Acrylic on canvas.
48x24"
In this captivating painting, a vast prairie unfolds beneath an expansive sky. A herd of bison, with their massive forms and shaggy coats, grazes peacefully in the sun-drenched landscape. The golden grasses ripple in the breeze as the bison move through the terrain, creating a dynamic sense of movement and life. The sunlight, casting warm tones across the scene, illuminates the powerful silhouettes of these majestic creatures. The prairie stretches to the horizon, and distant hills add depth to the composition. The painting captures a serene moment in the untamed beauty of the open prairie, where the bison and the land exist in harmonious unity.
$2,300.00
Acrylic on canvas.
48x48"
In the late afternoon sun, a forest bathes in soft, muted colors. Trees stand silent, their branches adorned in gentle hues of gold and amber. The sun's warm glow filters through the leaves, casting a tranquil ambiance. The scene invites contemplation, a serene tableau under the caress of nature's twilight palette.