I am a self-taught artist, specializing in painting vibrant flowers, infusing each petal with intricate details and elegant brush strokes.

While I am primarily self-taught, I owe much of my artistic growth to the exceptional art teachers I encountered in high school. It was there that I delved into micro versus macro studies, art history and honed my sketching abilities. These three pillars laid a strong foundation, building the development of crucial skills in my artistic journey from an early stage.

Growing up in a military family, I was fortunate to experience life and travel in various parts of Canada and beyond, fostering a deep appreciation for nature from a young age. Our family's love for the outdoors exposed me to the awe-inspiring wonders of God's creation, from the mesmerizing tides of the west coast to the enchanting northern lights of Cold Lake, Alberta, and the magical fireflies of Ontario. These experiences continue to inspire me, infusing my paintings with a harmonious blend of artistic expression and reverence for the natural world.

Despite pursuing a career as a medical lab technologist in Ontario and Alberta, my interest in the arts has always remained.

In recent years, I've found immense joy and fulfillment in painting flowers and birds. The photographs I take in our backyard are often the source of the inspiration for my paintings. This new found passion is something I plan to cultivate and explore for many years to come.

I trust you'll take pleasure in following my artistic journey as I strive to further evolve and encapsulate the essence of these captivating subjects.

-Carolyn Sharpe Carriere