Art and passion for the creative process have been constants for Cecile Albi throughout her life. From her early years in Winnipeg, Manitoba, she expressed a love for colour and form on paper and canvas. Completing her Bachelor of Fine Arts in 1987 and a diploma in Advertising Art in 1991, she then moved to Calgary, Alberta, entering a graphic design career. Amidst professional success, her devotion to fine art endured. In 2014, Cecile transitioned to painting full time, crafting a portfolio that embodies a unique style she calls ‘Refractionism’, which aims to captivate the beauty of nature through light refracting and impressionism. She embraces painting as a sentient experience, allowing all her senses to express themselves. Her acrylic and oil canvas paintings seek to convey beauty in a multi-sensory fashion, providing a complete visual, emotional, and tactile experience. Whether exploring abstract impressionism in large or small canvases, Cecile’s primary focus remains on the vibrant expression of beauty in her subjects.
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Which ‘hood are you in?
My home studio is located in Varsity, NW Calgary
What do you do?
I am a full-time artist who is inspired by the beauty of nature. I love spending my days creating oil and acrylic paintings in my ‘Refractionism’ style.
What are you currently working on?
I am currently working on exploring different colour pallets and themes; while working on commission pieces for my clients.
Where can we find your work?
You can find my work and gallery representation on my website.
