Artist Statement of Intent

Diane is a lifelong painter. Her current focus is on abstract mixed media, using acrylic paint and sometimes applying handmade collage materials to add contrast

She has attended a lifetime of painting retreats and been coached by several influential instructors such as Franklin (Archie) Arbuckle and Doris McCarthy.

She has participated in countless juried shows; taken several courses through the Haliburton School of Arts and traveled to multiple destination painting workshops.

Recently she was awarded Honourable Mention in the 2026 juried Art in the County show.

Diane has a Bachelor of Arts degree from University of Guelph.

Diane is a past member of the Willowdale Group of Artists; Scarborough Arts and former member of Picton’s own Arts on Main Gallery Cooperative (3/2022 – 6/2026) and a participant in the PEC Studio Tour.

Diane has been a County resident for the last fifteen years. Drawn by the expansive quilt-like landscapes, tree lines in the distance and blue sparkling waters, she never tires of trying to capture the disappearing rural countryside of Prince Edward County.