Check out htis Years AIMAE Exhibition in Vancouver. An 8x10 competition that I participate in every year. 

See which entries are mine, Tami

https://federationgallery.com/exhibit/2026_annual_international_mail_in_art_exhibition_aimae/4077

MIxed Media

 Using Pocca markers acrylic paint and flat golden paint. 

Very bright and funky

Its Stampede time New paintings at SMittys

 Paiting some minimalistic line drawing mixed media paintings for the Smitty's Restaurant in Airdrie

Just practicing on this sketch using my  prisma art markers, now to try again  unrefine. 

Plein Air with Dominik Modlinski

It was a wild weekend of weather as the FCA hosted a seniors weekend of plein Air Painting. Seniors descended into the badlands area for a painting experience.  It was about ten years since I first tried to hire Dominik Modinski to come to Calgary, finally we had the opportunity to paint with him. The challenges of the weather and elements were definately a factor. Friday was so windy l think everyones easel toppled over at least once and the mosquitoes, well the mosquitoes were definately the most challenging part of the plein air experience.  The first day we learnt more about our Instructor. He gave a presentation and we were all awed by his painitng experiences from Alaska to Patagonia and around the world. One day 2 we went to Atlas Coal Mine and the structure and buildings provided a good composition.  On Saturday we painted between rain showers and wind, It was cooler than expected. DOMINIK chose a river scene and although the weather proved to be a third entity we were able to learn some elements within the scene that on a sunny day we would not have been exposed to.  Day four the wind and rain pelted down so hard we were forced to retreat inside for some colour studies and demos by Dominik.

My paintings

Calgary sketch club show & Sale

Door Prize FCA SHOW April 11, 2026

My Artwork Winter stroll was chosen as the door prize for the upcoming FCA Show & Sale 

Be sure to come to the show for your chance to win - a free draw

At The Calgary Sketch Club I will Be painting A Demonstration Be sure to come by and watch at 2PM

Demo for Brushstrokes Class - Portraiture

 

Brushstrokes DEMO Feb21

 Rubee 

 I was invited to demonstrate painting for Brushstrokes Artist Program. They suggested I paint an animal so I chose my dog Rubee, a McNab cross who I've never painted before.  I managed to paint her about two hours with an audience of over 50 people.  Lots of interesting questions and stories, I hope they enjoyed it. 

Here is the artwork.

How long does it take

 Preparing for a demo in february I have been practising and timing myself to paint an animal.

First the 2 bull dogs in oil took a couple hours, too long...

the second:  my daughter sent me a cute little photo of a golden retriever; i painted that one in acrylic and it took even longer, so many layers.

Deciding to paint a black OR. a white dog would be the best timewise , It was an just over hour but prep time not allot for, I can do this !

Cat comission

Step one - DARKS

Step two Colour

Step Three - blend add whites

(whiskers are next)

 

Animal Commmissions for Christmas

 

Working at the Inspire bldg, Airdrie Public Library

 

Workshop with Andrew McDermott

 Its been a while since I used my pastels and what a treat it was to attend this last minute.  Andrew challenged us with complicated photos and interesting techniques.  Following along his demo everyone had a successful workshop. 

Voice and Vision presentation 2025

Voice and Vision; a collaboration of writers and artists. This years 10th anniversary at the new Inspire Library in Airdrie presentation.  This year I was partnered with Sharon. 

Here is the artwork and response to the piece we presented:

The writing: entitled "Blue" by Sharon

The response entitled "Transformation" by Tami Transformative- when I wear blue…

The story of a gramma who dressed one young girl in brown to match her hazel eyes and her sister in blue to match hers. Feeling dowdy in brown growing up the woman in this portrait discovers that freedom to choose is transforming; now she never hesitates to wear blue. The portrait is of woman, wearing a distinguishable blue blouse. She is absolutely glowing, confident and present; the look of strength.I hope to focus on the eyes without just painting a picture of eyes. I considered painting a close up of outstanding hazel blue eyes with realistic refections, but the story is about a woman and her demure. Her positive presence. I want to portray the natural beauty ofher both literally (as you see it) and figuratively (how she feels about herself). 

I hope you all see the beauty in yourself.

Workshop with Gene Propkov

 On Sept 19 & 20 The FCA hosted a workshop with Gene Propkov from Edmonton, Here is my iris

He was very organized and provided all the media we needed for the workshop.  I prefer a photo and he provided one to each participant plus a copy of the painted artwork so members could see how he created the flat  painting, an easier way for some to use.  Gene did a demo the project in stages so students had a fresh memory of painting in the parts.  Everyones painting was amazing. It was a great subject and easy for all to follow along.   Here is the instructor working on the demo. 

10th Year for Voice and Vision Collaboration

This year there are 23 voice and visionaries for the Voice and Vision Group directed By Debrah Lawton. 

It is a wonderful opportunity for artists and writers to work together in producing a book that showcases writings paired with arwork.   The book consists of 2 parts; a writers reponse and visual response. The pieces include story writing, poetry and musings: the visual artwork is a in variety of mediums and sizes including 3D pieces. 

I began my journey in 2022 with this fun creative group of artists;

First paired with Jen Atkin in 2022; I submitted my painting entitled "Preserved" and Jen's poem entitled "Ephemera". She submitted the poem "Home Shore" and I responded with a painting with the same name; Home shore 

Margaret Hanna in 2023: I submitted my painting entitled "Sunshine on My Shoulders" and Margaret's poem entitled "The Dancer". She submitted the poem "The Tree" and I responded with a painting entitled "Imagination Grove"

 Lorraine Jensen in 2024: I submitted my painting entitled "Puddles" and her poem entitled "A playground of Seasons". She submitted the poem "The Creek" and I responded with a painting entitled "Nature's playground II"  

Sharon Christie in 2025. My painting is  entitled "Finishing Touches" 

The figure is a young child, wearing a princess dress and glass slippers. She has a lipstick smudge on her face and is placing a crown upon her head. There is the outline of the castle in the background.This young girl is ready to rule the world with her grown up attitude and her vibrancy reflected in her bright costume. This is a study of my granddaughter who has never looked back. Her life dreams a reality as she conquers her fears and forges ahead compelling others to take notice of her accomplishments. Her success in life a reflection of her positive attitude and competitive nature. Her childhood now left behind, but with the success of a heart warming princess.

I can't wait to see Sharon's response piece. And her submission to me for my response.

The Gala will be Held in the NEW Public Library in Airdrie October 25th 

at the new library INSPIRE Building! You are invited to attend.  

Award Winning AIMAE Artwork Federation of Canadian Artists

 I was super pleased to have received recognition for my artwork entitled "I'm Not Dizzy Yet" You can find this artwork at The International Mail-In Exhibition to get more information on my Honourable mention Painting

Home - Federation Gallery

AIMAE Vancouver

I am excited to be showing artwork in Vancouver at the AIMAE. The paintings are all 8x10 and I love participating in this yearly.  

Click the link to the exhibition and let me know what you think of my special artwork.  It showcases colour and form and someone who I love dearly.  I will post the artwork later this week. 

 https://federationgallery.com/exhibit/2025_aimae/3974

Ronald MacDonald House Expansion and Renovation Grand Opening May 22, 2025

 I am honoured to have been chosen by the art coordinator Joshua to paint the picture of a family walking over to the Children's Hospital from the Ronald MacDonald House.  It was a wonderful celebration with touching stories from guest speakers.  Over 400 people showed up for the outdoor event and the tours of the new Ronald MacDonald House.  

In the painting are the requested items The transportation Van with the childrens vinyl print on it and the Sloth, a symbolic creature in the story of the children's hospital recovery. A wheelchair and a family on their way form the viewpoint of the Ronald MacDonald house. 

The calgary sketch club show and sale October 2024

 Well Another demonstration for me, I choose a simple still life fall themed set up. This is the one I have chosen for my brushstrokes class on Tuesday

David Goatley worksho

David does a demo of each of the models , there was a black and white day, and a one day then a comprehensive three day

 

Voice and Vision Gala at th Airdrie Public Library

Voice and Vision Collaboration 2024

The 9th annual Voice and Vision Collaboration (VVC) pairs 14 artists and 14 writers from Airdrie and the surrounding area for a unique creative challenge. Writers begin the project with a prose or poetry piece, in any genre or style, with a 250 word limit. Artists begin the project with a piece no larger than 20" x 20", but otherwise without restriction as to medium or form. From there, partners are randomly chosen, and each participant creates a new work based on their partner's initial piece.

The end of the project will be celebrated with the VVC 2024 Show Opening on Saturday, September 21, 2024, from 6pm to 9pm at the Airdrie Public Library. This is the public's opportunity to see the artwork displayed for the first time, hear the written pieces in the author's own voice, and interact with this year's participants. Launching the same night is this year's project book, which showcases all the artwork, written pieces, and collaborator information. Everyone is welcome to attend. Please note, all pieces from the project will be on display during the month of October at the Airdrie Public Library and on the library's website.

RSVP to attend the celebration

https://www.airdriepubliclibrary.ca/Events/Fall-1-2024/Adult/Voice-and-Vision-An-evening-of-writing-and-art?id=1726963200-665847

Sunshine and Happiness

 This little painting will be in the 2024 Small Exhibition in Vancouver

 

Whats on the Easel

 A recent Commission

Fedderation of Canadian Artist AIMAE Show grandville Island

Here are the two Art pieces I submitted for the FCA Mail - In Art Show  

And here is the link to the entire show:

https://federationgallery.com/exhibit/2024_annual_international_mail_in_art_exhibition/3738

Studies

Here are some studies I have been creating to help my students in Brushstrokes:

In this study of red I was showing the students that the red scarf was lightened with yellow, In the tulip study we used white and we have various shades of pink tulips. With the bow we have black and white and yellow.

ArtShow and Sale Calgary Sketch Club Dalhousie

 

Show at Kraft Law in Airdrie.

 And here are the artists showing their artworks at the Kraft Law & Co. in Airdrie. Here we are at the gala. Thank you Shawn Kraft for displaying our art in your business. 

The Arch at Cabo San Lucas

Painting of the arch at Cabo San Lucas 

 

Art Exhibition and Sale FCA until Dec 2nd 2023

Hosted by the Federation of Canadian Artists; members have their artworks on display at C- Space in Calgary until Saturday December 2 when I will be down there, please stop in to see the beautiful artworks and visit with me. 

Look for this artwork; entitled Winter Schminter - Take me to the Beach!

Calgary sketch and painting club Show and Sale November 2023

Recently The Sketch and Painting Club held the show and sale at Dalhousie

Here is a photo of me painting the oil demonstration.