"My best advice to anyone at all is you’ve got to have an open mind."
In this episode of Living A Creative Life, we’re celebrating the life of artist Gordon A. Smith
Renowned Canadian artist Gordon A. Smith, co-founder of Artists for Kids, epitomized the idea that art is a gift. Painting until the age of 100, his lifelong dedication to creativity was a journey he generously shared throughout his career, leaving an indelible and far-reaching impact.
Interviewees Hilary Letwin of the West Vancouver Art Museum, Meredith Preuss of The Gordon & Marion Smith Foundation For Young Artists, and family friend John David James recount stories and sentiments about Gordon Smith, his life and his career, all steeped in a passion for creativity and art education.
To see more of Gordon A. Smith's artwork, and learn more about this amazing artist, visit:
Equinox Gallery - The Estate of Gordon Smith | Artist
James Rottman Fine Art - Gordon Appelbe Smith
Vancouver Art Gallery - Gordon Smith: The Black Paintings
Pachino 43, 1993, acrylic on tarpaulin
Gift of Leon and Joan Tuey
Collection of the Vancouver Art Gallery
Tanu, 1995, acrylic on canvas
Recent Articles
February 18, 2025
How to Assemble an Opus Finest Stretched Canvas Kit
February 14, 2025
How Mediums Impact My Portrait Style with Jeremiah Birnbaum
January 24, 2025
Cast Your Vote for Art Brings Us Together 2024
January 06, 2025
Painting the Human Spirit in Oils with David Vegt
January 06, 2025
Engaging Portrait Subjects with David Goatley
January 06, 2025
Experimenting with Mediums in Portrait Art with Harvey Chan
January 06, 2025
The Power of Personal Stories with Jeannette Sirois
January 06, 2025
Painting Personality and Emotion with Francis Tiffany
January 04, 2025
Crafting Ethereal Narratives in Portraiture with Dene Croft
December 02, 2024
Art Brings Us Together - Supporting BC's Cultural Future
November 22, 2024
Ultimate Gifts & Staff Picks 2024: Gift Ideas for Artists
November 20, 2024
Introducing the Cosmic Blue collection from Caran d'Ache
November 13, 2024
Cochineal Red: Travel back in time with Schmincke
November 11, 2024
Olive Yellow: An R&F Color Story
November 11, 2024
