Keara Driessen grew up on a little acreage just outside of Millet, Alberta, where creativity

and a love for the outdoors naturally shaped her artistic journey. Now 24, she works in

communications and design in the non-profit world by day, while dedicating evenings and

weekends to painting.

Though she has explored many mediums, her heart lies in oil painting, which she has been

pursuing seriously for the past four years. She also enjoys experimenting with gouache,

embroidery, and collage, embracing exploration as an important part of her practice.

Keara’s work showcases loose brushstrokes and bright colours that help her move past her

perfectionism. Her subjects often include Albertan mountain-scapes, local flowers, and still

life inspired by the magic she finds in everyday life.

She continues to grow her skills through the Reaching for Mastery classes at the Leduc Arts

Foundry, and is also a new member of the Leduc Art Club this year. Keara loves being

surrounded by like-minded people and finds encouragement and inspiration in the

community of fellow artists.