Curriculum Vitae of Kim Clark

PROFILE

Kim Clark is an abstract and representational artist that lives and works in Brantford, ON from her home studio. She works primarily in acrylic on wood panel and strives to create work that creates a tranquil, calm place for the viewer to rest their eyes and deepen their breath. This comes from a place within her that feels the world around us is overwhelming, demanding and just too much. Through paint, Kim filters all that stimuli and focuses on a single image that brings her peace and joy, in the hopes that it will do the same for those who gaze upon it. 

EDUCATION

Largely self taught, with some continuing education arts courses and workshops taken from 2000 to present through Sheridan College, Dundas Valley School of Art, and Glenhyrst Art Gallery. 

From February 2021 to July 2021, I worked with artist mentor, Veronica Funk, through the Levelling Up program (now known as Mastrius). I resumed mentorship with her in October 2022 to present.

From February 2022 to July 2022, I have learned from Master Artist Lori Siebert through Mastrius.

I am a participant in the Mastrius Summer Art Residency Program, taking place June through August 2024.

EXHIBITIONS

Holmedale Art Crawl - Spring Edition

Brantford, ON, May 2024

An art crawl, studio tour and show featuring over 40 local artists in the Holmedale neighbourhood of Brantford, ON.

Legislative Assembly of Ontario, Toronto ON

Art a la Carte Juried Exhibition, February 2024 to December 2024  

Group show featuring the work of various Ontario Artists in the dining hall of the Legislative Assembly of Ontario. Open for public viewing. 

Groundswell Coworking, 56 Norfolk St S, Simcoe, ON N3Y 2W2

January 2022 to present.

Permanent display of paintings from the Water Collection. Public viewing available during business hours.

The Glow Gallery; www.theglowgallery.com

September 2022 to present

Exhibiting Artist in this online gallery. Featured artist on several occasions.

Holmedale Art Crawl - Spring Edition

Brantford, ON, May 2023

An art crawl, studio tour and show featuring over 40 local artists in the Holmedale neighbourhood of Brantford, ON.

Taren White Gallery, 13 Grand River S, Paris, ON

Jan 1, 2023 to Dec 23, 2023

Regular Exhibiting Artist, including several live painting events, and creativity workshops in the gallery.

Mastrius Christmas Art Show

Online at www.artshow.mastrius.com

An online group show featuring the art work of 100 Mastrius mentors, masters, aspiring and emerging artists. I was in the emerging artists category.

Taren White Gallery, 13 Grand River S, Paris, ON

The Square Foot Show, November 2 to December 31, 2022

A group show featuring the art work of 20 artists curated by the gallery owner.

Holmedale Art Crawl - Fall Edition

Holmedale, Brantford, ON, October 2, 2022

An art crawl, studio tour and show featuring over 40 local artists in the Holmedale neighbourhood of Brantford, ON.

Taren White Gallery, 13 Grand River S, Paris, ON

The Love Show, July 1 to October 31, 2022

A group show featuring the art work of Tiffany Pratt, with 20 artists curated by the gallery owner.

Mastrius

100 Days of Summer Show, August 26-31, 2022

An online group show featuring the art work of 100 Mastrius mentors, masters, aspiring and emerging artists. I was in the emerging artists category.

Holmedale Art Crawl - Spring Edition

Holmedale, Brantford, ON, May 2022

An art crawl, studio tour and show featuring over 40 local artists in the Holmedale neighbourhood of Brantford, ON.

Art in the Workplace, McMaster Innovation Park, Hamilton ON

Juried Exhibition, February 2020 - April 2022

Group show featuring the work of a variety of Canadian artists. Open for public viewing.

Art in the Workplace, McMaster Innovation Park, Hamilton ON

Juried Exhibition #33, May 2022 - July 2022

Group show featuring the work of a variety of Canadian artists. Open for public viewing.

Blue Dog Cafe, Brant Ave, Brantford, ON

Solo exhibition, August 3 to 31, 2021

For the month of August, I was the featured artist within the cafe, with features on their website and social media as well. Open for public viewing. Artists were selected by the owners.

Legislative Assembly of Ontario, Toronto ON

Juried Exhibition, February 2020 to December 2021  

Group show featuring the work of various Ontario Artists. Open for public viewing. 

Art in the Workplace, McMaster Innovation Park, Hamilton ON

Juried Exhibition #32, February 2020 - April 2022

Group show featuring the work of a variety of Canadian artists. Open for public viewing.

Art in the Workplace, McMaster Innovation Park, Hamilton ON

Juried Exhibition #31, November 2019 - February 2020

Group show featuring the work of a variety of Canadian artists. Open for public viewing.

Paris Bohemian Gallery, Paris ON

Exhibiting Artist, June 2019 - December 2021. 

Private Gallery featuring the work of 30+ local artists with 4 seasons per year. Paris ON

Out of the Blue

Brantford ON, April 2019

 Solo show exhibiting the Blue Series of works completed in 2018/2019

WORK EXPERIENCE


Paris Bohemian Gallery

Gallery Assistant, January 2020 to December 2021

Sale of artwork, producing artist bios and tags for exhibitions, tagging artwork, light day to day gallery maintenance, packaging artwork, leading tours, artist studio visits, managing artists documentation and correspondence, website updates, assisting with show hangs and events. 

CORPORATE EXHIBITS

Groundswell Coworking, Simcoe ON

May 2022 - Present.

State Farm, Andrew Schwalm, Brantford ON

February 2017 - August 2017.

Genworth Financial Canada, Oakville ON

May 2010 - November 2016.

Work is held in private and corporate collections throughout Canada and the United Kingdom.