Current Show — The Ice House Gallery

Our Second Show of the 2025 Season:

Familiar Transformations

A Solo Painting Exhibition By

CORINNE REDDEN

May 3 thru June 15, 2025

Artist Biography

Corinne is a landscape painter whose work is distinguished by a deep exploration of light and its transformative effects on the natural world. Born and raised in Nova scotia, Corinne draws inspiration from the province’s diverse and picturesque landscapes, particularly the rural beauty of Upper Stewiacke, where she currently resides on a 200 year old third generation family farm.

For Corinne, her landscapes become a way to explore and express diverse emotional and physical accessible, offering a powerful means of connection and understanding.

A pivotal moment in Corinne’s artistic journey was spending seven months in Donegal Ireland. The rugged coastlines, dramatic skies and ever changing light of this region left a lasting impact on her work.

The influence of Donegal can be seen in her use of light and colour, which seeks to convey the raw beauty and emotional depth of the landscapes encountered there.

Corinne holds a Diploma in Graphic Design, which has provided her with a strong foundation inConflict Studies, a field that informs her understanding of the human relationship with the environment and how landscapes can reflect broader social and emotional landscapes.

Corinne has exhibited her work in both solo and group exhibitions, earning recognition for her ability to convey the subtle beauty and tranquility of the natural world. When not in the studio, Corinne is often found exploring the fields, forests and shorelines of Nova Scotia, always in search of new inspiration and the ever changing dance of light across the land .

Artist Statement

In my work, I view landscapes as more than just physical spaces - they are the canvases upon which human stories are etched. From the quiet solitude of a misty forest to the enduring strength of a rocky coastline, each scene I paint is imbued with the emotions, memories and stories of those who have interacted with these places. My approach combines realistic and abstract elements, allowing viewers to interpret the narratives woven into each landscape. I also strive to capture experiences that resonate universally, creating a shared space where viewers can connect with the familiar aspects of nature and their own stories.

Through my work, I aim to offer viewers a space of reflection - a place where they can pause and immerse themselves in the beauty and tranquility of the natural world. My hope is that each painting resonates on a personal level, evoking memories, emotions and a sense of place that is both intimate and universal.

Ultimately, my art is a celebration of light’s ability to reveal, transform and connect us to the landscapes we hold dear, reminding us of the ever-present beauty that surrounds us, even in the most familiar of places.