Joan Armour is a highly regarded artist enjoys capturing the ruggedness of North America's scenic beauty in her landscapes. Known for the mood, intensity and power in her works, Joan brings vivid colours and intense contrasts to life through her paintings. Her works are sought after by those who admire her free flowing impressionistic style, deep composition and strong colour values.

Painting for more than 20 years, Joan has said her love for art comes naturally as the latest family member in a multi generational line of artists. Many of her extended family continue to teach and paint in Europe and North America.

Completing studies at the Dundas Valley School of Art and the North Hills Art Center in Pennsylvania, Joan participates in the Society of York Region Artists, The Richmond Hill Group of Artists and The Markham group of Artists.

Artist Statement

I have always enjoyed capturing the beauty of our scenic countryside using watercolour, chalk pastel and acrylic paints although I do prefer chalk pastel and acrylics for their opposing benefits. Chalks provide the immediateness of glowing colours and the ability to blend the rich tones necessary to capture vivid landscapes. Acrylics on the other hand, allow for high contrast and the colour values shown in our distinctive seasons. When I paint, I want my I want my work to simulate the imagination of the viewer. I do this by starting with deep design and composition, use colours that stir feelings while I maintain my free flowing style in order to convey vibrant impressions.

My love landscape stems from the incredible beauty we can see in our natural surroundings. Over the years I have trained my eye to appreciate the intensity and contrasts in our landscapes, specially seen in our colder crisper seasons. All I need to do is look out on a marsh or field to see the values and contrasts shown by the blues and grays of winter, the golds and earth tones of the wind blown land and the rich colours of the bush and forests. I encourage everyone to take a fresh look at their surroundings and to teach themselves to see this intense beauty.

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Awards, Exhibitions, & Associations

'Best in Show' Mill Pond Award, Richmond Hill Group of Artists, 2004
The Mill Pond Award, Richmond Hill Group of Artists, 2003
Placed 1st in the Best pastel category, Society of York Region Artists, juried show 2001
Exhibited at numerous juried shows throughout Ontario and Pennsylvania
Active member of Richmond Hill Group of Artists
Active member of Markham Group of Artists
Member of Society of York Region Artists, 2001-2003