Brigitte Klassen
Based in the Ottawa/Gatineau region, Brigitte Klassen is a talented Canadian watercolour artist known for her stunning florals, landscapes, and use of beautiful, clean colours that capture the essence of light. Since her early years, Brigitte has demonstrated a profound passion for art. Through the exploration of various mediums and techniques, she found herself captivated by the ethereal beauty of transparent watercolours. She explores diverse landscapes, finding inspiration for her exquisite watercolours. Each stroke is meticulously crafted, with an unwavering focus on intricate details. From vibrant blossoms to evocative scenery, her profound affection for the natural world radiates through her artistry, creating captivating works of art.Brigitte and her husband, Peter, spend much of their time at their rural property in Northern Ontario, where she draws inspiration for her artwork. Nature has had a transformative effect on Brigitte as an artist, allowing her to connect with and relate to her surroundings. Through her art, she aims to inspire others to reconnect with nature. Flowers have a special significance for Brigitte, as they remind her of her grandmother's vibrant garden. As an artist, she takes pleasure in capturing their beauty in her paintings. Flowers represent love, friendship, and comfort; they bring happiness to people's lives. Through her art, Brigitte aims to communicate this deep sense of joy. Her artistry has graced the walls of esteemed Ottawa galleries, such as the vibrant Electric Street Gallery, the captivating Da Artisti Studio and Gallery, and most recently at Carleton Place Gallery, where it has received high praise and appreciation from art lovers and collectors alike.
“I am a Canadian Watercolour Artist based in the Ottawa/Gatineau region. Through my paintings I explore the beauty of light and celebrate the delicacy of watercolour. For several years now I have considered transparent watercolour my primary medium. I have come to love watercolour’s fluid and unforgiving nature, its finality. It forces me to think ahead and with prediction and it rewards me with unparalleled delicacy, luminosity, and transparency. It allows me to depict the beauty of light and to coax real into being by revealing a wide range of variations in colour and value. It is my raison d’être, my passion. As an artist inspired by nature, immersing myself in the outdoors to smell, hear and feel is part of my process. My work reflects my love of the natural world. I love to awaken in others the beauty of the world around us whether it is a landscape, a bird, or a flower. To have viewers look closely at a subject and appreciate its details, texture, shadows, and light. To fall in love and be in awe of the beauty that surrounds us.”