Mavis Pareis - Collage

Born in Port Alberni, Vancouver Island Adina moved to Venice, Italy where she studied art.  Upon her return to Canada she studied art and design at Vancouver Island University. She draws inspiration from her natural surroundings and Venetian architecture, working in acrylic, watercolour, charcoal and pencil.

Born in Port Alberni, Vancouver Island Adina moved to Venice, Italy where she studied art.  Upon her return to Canada she studied art and design at Vancouver Island University. She draws inspiration from her natural surroundings and Venetian architecture, working in acrylic, watercolour, charcoal and pencil.

This collage has been created using real oak and maple leaves, moss and lichen, bubble wrap. A golden gel has been applied to the leaves to make them firm, then gold and pearl iridescent paint added to further embellish the finished collage. A truly unique piece to add to your...