Wallflower Paintings by Corine van Hoeve

Based in Dundas, Ontario, Corine began actively drawing and painting in mid-career after taking courses at the Dundas Valley School of Art (DVSA). Having previously obtained degrees from the University of Guelph, Western University, and University of Toronto, she has, at different times, worked in finance and education as well as project management. When not out painting or sketching from life or en plein air, Corine works from her studio at the Cotton Factory in Hamilton, Ontario.

Instagram: @cvanhoeve
Website: cvanhoeve.ca
Email: [email protected]

While artwork is made to be viewed and commented upon, a ‘wallflower’ is, by definition, the opposite. It describes an individual who, though present at parties and gatherings, actively avoids direct connection with others. My paintings embody this duality: encouraging people to look while at the same time not necessarily returning the gaze. On another level, they are studies in observation, perhaps a little like a wallflower might carefully scrutinize who’s the life of the party from the corner of the room. I analyze value, colour and form in terms of scale and composition, seeking to create some kind of balance and harmony to ease the discomfort of being seen.

April 21 – May 21, 2025

Artist Reception: May 3rd, 2-4pm

3rd Floor Gallery Wyndham Art Supplies 125 Wyndham St N, Guelph ON

Gallery Hours: M-F 3-5pm, Sat 12-5

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