Strong and vibrant colour with repeated shapes are what Ellen Turbett uses to attract viewers to her paintings.

     She loves the transparency of watercolour and is also adept in mixed media and collage. Ellen's art reflects a creative and imaginative style. Her paintings often live in her mind for a time, before growing from thought and emotion to paper.

     She has lived in the Interlake for most of her life, where the open spaces, changing seasons and natural environment have influenced her work.

     Largely self-taught, Ellen's studies include classes with the late Bette Rothwell, Forum Art Institute and WAG. She is an active member of several art groups, an elected member of the Manitoba Society of Artists and the Winnipeg Sketch Club. She was a participant in the Manitoba Society of Artists 100th Anniversary exhibition this year at the Main/Access Gallery.

     Her paintings exhibit throughout Manitoba and are owned by collectors across Canada and the United States.

Box 33, RR# 2, Winnipeg, MB. R3C 2E6
Tel: (204) 633-2188