Patricia Wegerhoff has always had a strong sense of aesthetics and style, but what stands out most to me is how much passion she brings to everything she does. We’ve been married for over 23 years, and through all that time, I’ve watched her keep creating, growing, and finding new ways to bring meaning into her life and to the people around her.
She is incredibly creative and very determined. When she believes in something, she gives it her full energy. I’ve seen that in the way she built the gallery, in the way she supports other artists, and in the way she continues to evolve in her own art. Her work reflects who she is: thoughtful, intuitive, layered, and deeply connected to nature and emotion. She has a real love for craftsmanship and design. So much so that Patricia designs and constructs her own frames at times, because she sees the whole piece, not just the painting itself, as something that should feel complete and considered.
What I admire most about Patricia is that she doesn’t do things halfway. She cares deeply about her family, her work, and creating a life that feels true and meaningful.
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Which ’hood are you in?
I’m based in Citadel in northwest Calgary. It’s a quieter part of the city, which really suits me, and I love that it offers an easy connection to the mountains and to time spent in nature just outside the city. For me, it’s the perfect balance: calm at home, closeness to the natural world, and still being connected to Calgary’s creative energy.
What do you do?
I’m a visual artist, curator, and the founder of The Curated Life, an online gallery and lifestyle brand rooted in art, beauty, and intentional living. Before this chapter, I co-founded and ran Franz Dopf Gallery in Calgary, where I spent time curating exhibitions, supporting artists, and creating community through art.
My own work is abstract, tactile, and inspired by nature, memory, and emotion. I work with materials like oil, ink, wool, plaster, sand, cold wax, and natural pigments to create layered pieces that feel both grounded and expressive. I also love woodworking and often make my own frames, because for me, the frame is not separate from the artwork; it is part of the final expression. I’m deeply interested in how materials, craftsmanship, and design come together to shape the feeling of a piece. My background in interior design and holistic wellness also influences how I think about beauty, space, and the emotional presence art can bring into a home.
What are you currently working on?
Right now, I’m focused on growing The Curated Life while stepping more fully into my own art practice. I’m continuing to build the online gallery in a way that feels immersive, thoughtful, and aligned with my values, while also creating new work that reflects my love of texture, natural forms, and quiet emotional depth.
I’m especially interested in the relationship between art, home, and ritual, and how the things we live with every day can shape the way we feel. I’m also exploring the full presentation of my work, including framing and material choices, because I care deeply about the complete experience of a piece. A lot of what I’m creating right now is about beauty that feels honest, calming, and deeply connected to the natural world.
Where can we find your work?
You can find my work on my website and through The Curated Life, where I share my own artwork alongside curated collections by other artists. I also share behind-the-scenes glimpses of my creative process and evolving work on my Instagram and Curated Art and Living‘s.
