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 Biography As a naturalist and wildlife enthusiast, Cedric Colond has always enjoyed spending time outdoors. An interest in art began as a child and has developed into a lifelong passion. Courses completed in 2003 include Biology 'Nature of Ontario', Philosophy, Sociology and Psychology. Cedric originally began creating fine art as gifts for family and friends, touring with art festivals. The 'New Canadians' exhibit in June 2007 at the Parkdale Gallery evoked a very strong response, leading to the invitation to be an exclusive artist with the gallery indefinitely. A combination of permanent exhibitions have brought his unique artwork across Ontario. In July 2007, the Greystones Gift + Book Shop invited Cedric to display his work at their location in Bon Echo Provincial Park. A special exhibit was organized in August 2007 at all four Ottawa Hospitals, the donation of artwork sponsored by Dr. Ruth Padmore of the General Campus. The invitation was extended from the Ottawa Hospital Foundation / Facilities Management Team and the permanent exhibit will feature thirty paintings.
Artist Statement "A love of nature and inner spirituality has been an ongoing inspiration for my artwork. Each painting captures the essence of the subject, balancing exquisite detail and a focus on light. Based upon realism yet drawing upon a luminscent dream-like quality, it is a truly original interpretation of the natural world. The wildlife studies have explored expressive animal gestures in their natural habitats. I am hoping to raise awareness of the beauty and fragility of the earth and build support towards ensuring its survival for future generations"
Technique "My technique has been developed through experimentation and research into the collective experience of fine art masters throughout history. After composing a painting through sketches and notes, a layer of underpainting establishes darker areas. Although many artists continue to gradually move towards lighter tones, I move from darkest to lightest areas until they connect. Animals are created with a similar technique, the brightest texture reflections are painted with a semitranslucent matte medium. I also use a thin wash to create certain effects in the water and sky. I enjoy working with acrylic paints, they are very malleable and suit my painting style. I use all sizes of brushes, starting with the large fan moving to medium fan/round, then micro sized for the finest precision. - Please feel free to contact Cedric for more information about prices, artwork availability and commissioned projects.
Ongoing Exhibitions
Parkdale Gallery - 229 Armstrong Avenue - Ottawa www.parkdalegallery.com/html/cedric_colond.html Gallerie Synesthesie - 94 Saint Catherine Street East - Montreal
Past Exhibitions August 1 - September 12 'Cherry Jubilee, Mon Chéri, Poise' Parkdale Gallery - Modern Still Life exhibit August 22 'Off the Wall' Fine Art Auction, Waddington's Fine Art Auction House (Toronto) - Soaring, Winter Landscape, Pine Forest, Boats at Sunrise Jan 2007- present "The Early Bird", "Family of Loons", "Family of Geese" The Hospice at May Court , 114 Cameron Avenue, Ottawa. March 2007 " African Elephant" Nepean Creative Arts Centre , Nepean Fine Arts League Exhibition Space, 35 Stafford Road, Ottawa. April 28 Nepean Fine Arts League Spring Art Show, Nepean Sportsplex , 1701 Woodroofe Avenue, Nepean. April 28 - May 30 "Dawn" Atrium Gallery , 101 Centrepointe Drive, Ben Franklin Place- Centrepointe Theatre, Nepean. April 28 - May 30 "Emerald Meadow" Foyer Gallery , 1701 Woodroofe Avenue- Nepean Sportsplex, Nepean May 13 ' Twin Pines', 'Soaring', 'Pine Forest'. ArtsPark 2007, Presented by Hintonburg Community Association- Parkdale Park , Ottawa. June 20 - July 29 Parkdale Gallery 'New Canadians' Exhibit. 229 Armstrong Avenue. Collection of artists expressing the ethnic diversity of Canada. 'Symphony' and 'Crane at Pondside' sold. July 4-25 Greystone Gift and Book Shop, Bon Echo Provincial Park, Cloyne. 'Frosted Pines' sold Private Collections in Canada 2006 Tangerine Palm, Tranquility, March of the Elephants, Hawaii, Family of Loons, Family of Geese. 2007 Red Squirrel, Mallard, Once Upon A Pond, Pair of Sparrows, Crane at Pondside, Northern Lights, Winter Light, Bouquet, The Early Bird, 'Gaze' Snowy Owl, Crane at Pondside (Tryptych- three canvas), 'Symphony' Aurora Borealis, Red Macaw, Giraffes.
International- Private Collection 2007 United Kingdom Night Owl
Public Collections in Ontario 2007 Ottawa Hospital Gentle Sunset, Soaring, Water Lily, Twin Pines, Symphony, Winter Light (set of two), Swans, Small Works Collection (26) 2007 Greystones Gift + Book Shop - Bon Echo Provincial Park Elegance - Swans, Evening Glow, Canada Goose, Heading West Awards / Accomplishments 2007 March/April/May/June/July Featured Artist, theOttawaValley.com April Accepted into ArtistsinCanada.com directory May Invited to join Premier Online Gallery
June Invited to join Greystone Gallery, 16141 Hwy # 41 Mazinaw Lake Invited to 'New Canadians' exhibit at the Parkdale Gallery, 229 Armstrong Ave, Ottawa
July Accepted into Shiloh Online Gallery- shilohgallery.com Invited to join Waddington's Fine Art Auction House in Toronto / Brighton Invited to join Parkdale Gallery as Resident Artist
August Ottawa Hospital Foundation Facilities Management Team invitation- Permanent Display of 33 Paintings at Ottawa Hospital Invited to continue exhibition in a permanent display at Greystones Gift and Book Shop (Bon Echo Provincial Park ON)
September Accepted Publishing Representation from 'AHA- Artists Helping Artists' (Montreal ON) Invited to exhibit work at the 'Atomic Rooster' Bistro/Grill 303 Bank Street, Ottawa (opening early Sept)
October 'Heavenly Light' artwork image license sold for use in printed medical publication by Betsy Blondin (fall '07) Invited to join Galerie Synesthesie - 94 Saint Catherine Street East - Montreal
November Eighteen artwork images licensed to CafePress for reproduction on unique gifts such as greeting cards and clothing.
December Mural sized commissioned project completed- 'Journey' - Client reference available Artwork Licensed for print in 'ArtWanted.com' Calenders for 2008 Nature / Wildlife Calender- Giraffes Sci Fi / Fantasy- Heavenly Light Landscape / Outdoor- Symphony Invited to join the Cube Gallery (Ottawa)
Artist is available for commissioned projects- Contact for more infomation
*Commission Prices include hanging hardware, painted gallery wrapped edges and protective varnish. *Acrylic paint, Waterproof/Scratchproof archival matte varnish protective coating Delivery available in Ottawa. Will Ship to Canada and US. -References available from past clients * Price list available upon request * Cedric Colond Gallery Representation Parkdale Gallery - 229 Armstrong Avenue - Ottawa Cube Gallery - Starting January.. Greystone Gallery - Bon Echo Prov. Park Gallerie Synesthesie - 94 Saint Catherine Street East - Montreal
Publishing Representative Kerry Smith - Artists Helping Artists Fine Art Auction House - Waddington's - Toronto - Brighton Art Agent - Charysse Robinson - Toronto
Phone: (613) 721-0009
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