How it began
My name is Jacqueline Kimberly Morin. I'm a self-taught artist who has played with acrylic paint and brushes all my life. Since launching my full-time career as an artist in 2018, I have participated in various juried shows, including the Society of Canadian Artists. My first paddle creation was published in a magazine article and this was the inspirational event that kicked my artistic career forward.
My subject matter and medium may vary since I paint what catches my eye and makes me smile. The more I explore, the more my mind flows with ideas. My passion truly lies in The Art of Creating. Each day brings new memories and feelings that recharges my passion to keep painting.
My dream is to paint forever, to travel, explore, attend a residence, teach and share my experiences, learnings and my journey with those who desire to make this world a better place!
My subject matter and medium may vary since I paint what catches my eye and makes me smile. The more I explore, the more my mind flows with ideas. My passion truly lies in The Art of Creating. Each day brings new memories and feelings that recharges my passion to keep painting.
My dream is to paint forever, to travel, explore, attend a residence, teach and share my experiences, learnings and my journey with those who desire to make this world a better place!
Getting to know me
I grew up in Northern Ontario, as the youngest of 5 children. As a child, I would wake up at night and paint, re-creating photos that I had collected. As a teenager, I built my own bed frame, decorated my bedroom many times over and collected 'How to Build' magazines.
A 20+ year career in business did prove financially rewarding but always seemed to lack something. As my career evolved, I found myself to be the happiest when designing websites. Working with colours, composition and usability, brought back the creative side of me that had been suppressed for so many years.
I find myself on a journey to becoming the artist and creator I have always wanted to be! Call it a pastime, my 2nd career or my calling, but somehow I always knew I'd end up down this path.
Giving back to the arts community is important. As of 2020, I have been an active volunteer for the Eastern Central Ontario Art Association (ECOAA). I lead their annual "Mystery of the Park" show in Algonquin and have accepted the position of VP on the Executive Team.
A 20+ year career in business did prove financially rewarding but always seemed to lack something. As my career evolved, I found myself to be the happiest when designing websites. Working with colours, composition and usability, brought back the creative side of me that had been suppressed for so many years.
I find myself on a journey to becoming the artist and creator I have always wanted to be! Call it a pastime, my 2nd career or my calling, but somehow I always knew I'd end up down this path.
Giving back to the arts community is important. As of 2020, I have been an active volunteer for the Eastern Central Ontario Art Association (ECOAA). I lead their annual "Mystery of the Park" show in Algonquin and have accepted the position of VP on the Executive Team.
Artist Statement
My paintings are inspired by an image that triggers my emotions; a look or a scene that brings back memories. What I aim to capture in my painting is that feeling or mood. While I may use wood or canvas as my base, I always paint using acrylics. My process remains consistent. I work each section of a painting two or three times until I feel I have achieved the desired detail. This process evolves over several days. Once completed, I give it a moment to do its thing and grab my attention. My subject matter may vary, each selected to evoke a sense of warmth and joy. Each day brings new memories that fill my passion to keep painting!
Professional Memberships
- APFTA - A Place for the Arts, Bancroft Artist An artist Collective, run and owned by area artists.
- Arts Council - Halliburton Highlands (2016 to present)
- ECOAA East Central Ontario Art Association (2018 to present)
- SCA Society of Canadian Artists - Associate Member (2018 to present)
- Rails End Gallery (2016 to present)
- Artists' Network (2018 to 2019)
Past Exhibitions
Publications
Paddling 2018 Annual Buyer's Guide - "Don't Add Water" article
The Homes in the Highlands September 2020 Edition - Art at Home
Solo Exhibitions
Family Harvest Festival, Irondale, Ontario September, 2017
Group Exhibitions
Paddling 2018 Annual Buyer's Guide - "Don't Add Water" article
The Homes in the Highlands September 2020 Edition - Art at Home
Solo Exhibitions
Family Harvest Festival, Irondale, Ontario September, 2017
Group Exhibitions
- Colborne Street Gallery in Fenelon Falls, A Holiday Art Market, November 14 to January, 2020
- Gifts of Nature exhibition at Sir Sam's Ski and Bike from October12th and 13th, 2019
- ECOAA 27th Annual Juried Mystery in the Park, Algonquin Park September 28 to October 28, 2019
- SCA 51st Open International Juried Exhibition from July 29th to August 26, 2019
- ECOAA 61st Annual Juried Show, July 27th to August 17th, 2019
- ECOAA 60th Annual Juried Show in Belleville, Ontario from December 6th to 27th, 2018
- ECOAA 26th Annual Juried Mystery in the Park, Algonquin Park, September 28 to October 28, 2018
- Highland East Studio Tour, Irondale, Ontario, August 11th and 18th weekend, 2018
- Campbellford Memorial Hospital Foundation and Exhibiting Artist, May 9th to November 9th, 2018
- Rails End Gallery, June to November 2018
- Brush in Hand Juried Showing, Finn Artists' Centre, Minden, April 28 to May 27, 2018
- Ripples In The Water, Student Exhibition, Finn Artists' Centre, Minden, November 2017
The perfect artist winter getaway location
I have had the opportunity to spend 3 months this winter in Puerto Vallarta. The art community here is vibrant and very active with winter getaway artists.
I prepped my masonite boards, lugged my paints and easel to our Airbnb apartment in Old Town where there is a real Mexican vibe. I setup my studio and began my journey with a 3-day course with Donna Dickson, a week of photography and then started painting my heart out. This year, as we further explored the culture, neighborhoods and surrounding areas, I decided to dedicate my focus on a collection I have called “Daily Life in Puerto Vallarta”. I painted non-stop for about 8 weeks, creating what I feel reflects what you would see in and around Puerto Vallarta every day.
Puerto Vallarta has a wonderful balance of restaurants, cafes, and bars all within a small-town community. Cool mornings and evenings are great for power walks along the Malecon. And there are many café locations for coffee lovers. It’s relatively quiet in January, with more hustle and bustle in February and March, and slows down in April as the snowbirds return home.
For art lovers, there is an Art Walk every Wednesday on the South side and every other Friday on the North side of town. The galleries display new work from local artists and a glass of wine is offered at each location. Makes for a fun night of socializing and exploring the neighborhoods. There are many options for art classes at Art VallARTa. They offer ceramics, drawing, painting and cooking classes.
Perfect for trying something new. Last year I really enjoyed their weekly art classes.
The Puerto Vallarta Plein Air Painters Facebook group is very active here and adventurous. They meet weekly in different locations around Puerto Vallarta: a great group of artists to connect and paint with while visiting. It’s so easy to get around to surrounding locations using local buses and taxis. No car needed!
Finally, the weather is beautiful everyday ... So, what more can you ask for? If you are looking for a getaway or a change of scenery in the winter months, I would highly recommend Puerto Vallarta!
Enjoy & Keep on Creating, j
I prepped my masonite boards, lugged my paints and easel to our Airbnb apartment in Old Town where there is a real Mexican vibe. I setup my studio and began my journey with a 3-day course with Donna Dickson, a week of photography and then started painting my heart out. This year, as we further explored the culture, neighborhoods and surrounding areas, I decided to dedicate my focus on a collection I have called “Daily Life in Puerto Vallarta”. I painted non-stop for about 8 weeks, creating what I feel reflects what you would see in and around Puerto Vallarta every day.
Puerto Vallarta has a wonderful balance of restaurants, cafes, and bars all within a small-town community. Cool mornings and evenings are great for power walks along the Malecon. And there are many café locations for coffee lovers. It’s relatively quiet in January, with more hustle and bustle in February and March, and slows down in April as the snowbirds return home.
For art lovers, there is an Art Walk every Wednesday on the South side and every other Friday on the North side of town. The galleries display new work from local artists and a glass of wine is offered at each location. Makes for a fun night of socializing and exploring the neighborhoods. There are many options for art classes at Art VallARTa. They offer ceramics, drawing, painting and cooking classes.
Perfect for trying something new. Last year I really enjoyed their weekly art classes.
The Puerto Vallarta Plein Air Painters Facebook group is very active here and adventurous. They meet weekly in different locations around Puerto Vallarta: a great group of artists to connect and paint with while visiting. It’s so easy to get around to surrounding locations using local buses and taxis. No car needed!
Finally, the weather is beautiful everyday ... So, what more can you ask for? If you are looking for a getaway or a change of scenery in the winter months, I would highly recommend Puerto Vallarta!
Enjoy & Keep on Creating, j
