My specialty and passion lie in capturing the essence of animals through pastel paintings. Animals hold a special place in our hearts, and it is this that inspires me. Through my portraits, I strive to convey this deep affection and connection.
Allow me to introduce myself, my name is Cherin and my artistic journey has taken me from a grade five classroom to the squatters camp in Africa and remote villages in the Amazon. I have witnessed the transformative powers of art as a therapeutic tool and seen its ability to bring joy to people’s lives. It is my greatest pleasure to contribute to the world of art.
My artistic journey began with simple graphite sketches progressing to botanical art and landscapes of natural scenes. I have explored watercolour and acrylic but soon found myself captivated by the soft rich world of pastel. My goal is to breathe life into these animals moving far beyond the photograph. Only with pastel have I found the vibrancy necessary to achieve high realism. It is an honor when individuals entrust me to immortalize their cherished pets, treating them (or their memory) as if they were my own.
I continue to seek inspiration from renowned artists nationally and internationally. The guidance received through workshops with luminaries such as Robert Bateman, Eric Wilson and Emma Colbert has had a profound impact on my artistic development. I am an active member of numerous local and national organizations including The Botanical Artists of Canada, Pastel Artists of Canada and Fine Art America.
Feel free to get in touch with me and forward photos of your fur baby. I would be happy to discuss a portrait with you.
cherinht@gmail.com