Hailing from the vibrant city of Toronto in 1958, Norman R. Brown sprouted roots deeply tied to the world of art. From his early years, brushes and colours were his playmates, and the canvas became his sandbox -- a self-taught maestro crafting his own pathway through the wonders of the untamed wilderness.

        Throughout his journey, Norman has become a beacon of artistic prowess, capturing the essence and spirit of the natural realm. Each stroke on his canvas reflects his extraordinary talent to hardness light, to blend hues into a lively dance, and to evoke deep, visceral responses from those who encounter his pieces. With a remarkable sensitivity, he brings forth a symphony of vibrant colours and diverse emotions.

        Norman's art is a testament to a lifelong romance with Mother Nature. His passion for the environment, an undying concern and homage, breathes life into his works. A steward of the Earth's splendour, his paintings invite us all to pause, reflect, and reveal her gifts.

        Many of Norman's incredible original artwork will be available for sale during our Canada Day Weekend Fine Art Exhibit, beginning June 20th!

Beverly (Bev) Sneath was born in 1953 and grew up in rural Ridgeville, continuing to reside in the Niagra region. This deep connection to her hometown and roots is evident within her paintings, with her favourite artistic themes being family, nature, and serenity. She works in many different mediums including acrylic, oil, silk painting, and drawing, though her favourite is watercolour. Her favourite subjects include portraits, florals, landscapes, animals, children, dancers, and ethereal fairies, saying “I paint because I have a need for the way art adds balance to my life…I want to share with the viewer that which captivates me. Bev’s paintings are graceful, but alive and vibrant with emotion. Her ability to capture light and movement is striking, truly capturing a moment in time.

         Bev shares her love of art not only with her paintings, but in offering a variety of art classes and workshops within her community. She teaches classes in watercolour, acrylics, and drawing for a variety of ages, including workshops in elementary schools and private events.

          A variety of Bev incredible paintings will be available for purchase during our Canada Day Weekend Fine Art Exhibit, beginning June 20th! Deb’s Circle is located at 197 Third St, Cobourg. We look forward to seeing you

Lucy Manley is a German-born painter, but has lived Ontario for the majority of her life. She has travelled across the world in search of her favourite subject, traditional landscapes and examples of rural life. Though, the heart of her artwork lies in Ontario, and the wilderness of the North. Her extensive travels have turned her Jeep into her mobile studio. She has worked alongside countless Canadian fine artists, honing her skill and unique style. She has been a full-time painter since 1990, being in a variety of exhibitions and receiving many awards with her distinct landscape paintings. Lucy has shared her knowledge and expertise on painting since 1995, when she began teaching art classes for Continuing Education for Loyalist College in Warkworth.

         Lucy says ‘I paint where I am,’ finding striking emotions in scenes we may otherwise call mundane. Her on-location painting style allows her to capture mood and light in ways unlike other artists. Bold colours and loose, rapid brushstrokes convey the feeling of time passing and daylight changing within her paintings. Looking closely, each brushstroke represents a different moment in time where the sun shone a little differently on her subject. Her paintings are fresh, lively, and spontaneous, but still offering levels of depth and meaning.

         Many of Lucy's gorgeous paintings will be available for purchase at our 2nd annual Canada Day Weekend Fine Art Exhibit, beginning on June 20th at 197 Third St, Cobourg!