Artist Statement
I’m inspired by the powerful and dynamic Alberta nature, seeking to capture its physical energy through vibrant colour and texture. I consistently prepare all my canvases with a flood of bright colour and start my acrylic paintings from the back moving forward in layers. Always reflecting on the visual depth nature presents, I desire to represent not always exactly what the actual scene or subject resembles, but more how it feels. Allowing some of that original base colour to shine through my brushstrokes results in enhanced colours and a strong visual depth between nature and what exists in my mind. Creating jewellery from my paintings continues to explores this. By viewing my paintings under glass cabochons, I emphasize the depth visually with the 3-dimentional effect it creates.
Artist Biography
Catherine Stevenson Hockenhull is a Calgary, Alberta based artist and the creative force behind HOCKSON Studio. Catherine holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the University of Alberta, as well as a diploma in Design and Digital Media from MacEwan University. Working primarily as a graphic designer for the past 20 years, she has recently shifted her focus back to her original passion of fine art painting. Combining her design skills with expressive acrylic paint has brought forth different ideas and perspective for HOCKSON Studio sprouting a new branch of the company focusing on original paintings, prints and art-based products.
