Erika Deruaz
Erika’s
paintings are a reflection of her heritage, both European and Canadian,
and she creates detailed images of wonderful places that beg to be
experienced and explored.
Born and
educated in Zurich, Switzerland, Erika has resided in Ottawa since 1966.
She studied art at the University of Ottawa and the Ottawa School of Art
and has attended numerous workshops.
Erika is a
Fellow of the Ottawa Watercolour Society and her paintings have been
winning awards since 1987.
Her work is
housed in private and corporate collections in Canada, the United States
and Europe.
ARTIST
STATEMENT
After working
in different media and techniques, my work is now in both watercolours
and acrylics because I enjoy the challenge of these quite different
media. l like to experiment with colours and shapes, not only to study
reflections, shadows, light and shade, but also to explore how to use
colours to create different moods.
Painting fills
a need in my life, recreating on paper or canvas what I see around me or
in my mind. My inspiration comes from the outside as well as from my
moods and past experiences.
Contact Information
E-mail: Erika Deruaz