CATCHING GLIMMERS

Sarah BOILEAU

October 3 – 26, 2025

Opening Reception:   Saturday, October 4 , 1-3pm

Born in 1984, Sarah grew up in the small town of Fort St James, BC. As a child she was very creative and gifted with focus and determination beyond her years. Growing up she was influenced by her mom’s passion for photography and the outdoors. You can easily see how her love of the natural world has informed her artwork. When she was 18 Sarah moved to Alberta and spent 12 years in the highway construction industry working as a surveyor. While the hours were long during the work season she took the winters off to practice her painting skills. Sarah started painting with oils in 2004, largely self-taught she has also learned much over the years from other artists. Her style is realism and she is drawn to painting landscapes with strong sculptural shapes and an emphasis on fleeting light. In 2016 she decided to move back to BC to pursue a career in art. Sarah currently lives and paints full time in Nanaimo, BC and is an exhibiting member of the FCA. Her paintings have been exhibited at shows around Vancouver Island and have received many awards over the years, including an award of excellence at the Sooke Fine Arts Show in 2024. She is currently an Artist in Residence at The Old School House in Qualicum Beach.

Artist Statement:

 “I have always been inspired by the natural beauty of our planet, all of it, and all the more because of the differences and contrasts. It fills my heart with joy to behold a mountain shrouded in misty clouds, or the fresh green of new spring leaves. These visions evoke a powerful feeling of awe and gratitude and I open my heart to the landscape, letting it become a part of me. Every painting I have created comes from this place. I hope to bring more love and beauty into our lives by creating artwork that embodies the spirit of nature so that we may always be reminded of the way that is supports and nourishes our souls”