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The Archives

The Archives bring together four earlier series by Denise, each tied to a stage of her journey: memories of travels in India, Nepal and Tibet, sculptures made from found materials, limestone from the Ottawa River painted with India ink, and faces sketched from life.

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Asia

“On my return from Tibet, Nepal and India, I created this series with great joy. I used India ink, sand and torn wrapping paper to create these paintings on paper. I first prepared my surfaces by painting abstract shapes on them; then I studied my travel photos closely and went back to the studio. The abstract shapes brought back the images I liked most, and each painting developed from there.”

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Sculptures

These sculptures are created with materials found in forests, on beaches and in the streets.

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Rocks

“The stones, mostly limestone from the Ottawa River, are painted with India ink. I drew on their textures and tones to create the images. They are protected with a matte acrylic medium. I love to think that they carry ancient memories.” 

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Faces

“Faces interest me because it is there, especially in the eyes, that a person’s soul reveals itself. It is fascinating to see how a slight change in a hue or in the curve of a line can alter a facial expression. I sketch faces on the spot, often quickly, to better capture the person; this keeps my drawings lively and makes them a good reference for my paintings.”