"My life is on canvas made of paint”
-----Bonnie Atlan
Where was I born...
I grew up in Milwaukee Wisconsin, USA. It was a beautiful environment with numerous lakes, green parks and four distinct seasons. As the colours changed throughout the year, so did I. Changes became a way of life for me.
Painting Knocked my door first...
My first recollection of being fascinated with painting and colours brings me back to kindergarten, waiting impatiently for my turn to paint on giant sheets of paper clipped to an easel. Ever since, I've surrounded myself with art in all forms, and would be constantly sketching, colouring, decorating, and designing. Art is my way of life.
Painting comes to find me...
After graduating high school with an art-rich background, I delved into graphic art design and life drawing at MATC University while also expressing my creativity part-time at Valentinas, a store where my designs still add color today.
Artistic Rebirth in Paris...
In Paris, love and motherhood reawakened my artistic soul. Our home became a haven for creating art inspired by the city's vibrant scenes. My Parisian drawings, brimming with life, found a place in galleries and the hearts of friends, weaving a tapestry of personal and creative milestones.
Life in Paris...
Living in Paris for eight years filled my spirit with new sensations and ideas. Walking down the small cobblestone streets lined with fine pastry shops, florists and cafes was an enriching experience.
Times in California...
In California, the sunlit gardens rekindled my artistry, leading to commissioned paintings and collaborative children's books with a poet. As a mother, capturing my children's essence and teaching them to paint enriched my creative voyage.
Pastoral life in the French countryside...
Returning to France, I painted idyllic gardens in Montpellier, gained gallery acclaim, and later, in a stone castle, captured the pastoral beauty of the South-West, earning awards and recognition.
Settled in Western Australia...
Facing an empty nest, we chose adventure over solitude, trading France for the vibrant embrace of Australia, where we flourished with Blanc Bleu in Subiaco, enriching our family's tapestry.
Explore the Australia...
Settled in Australia, I embraced the vibrant landscape, capturing its rich hues and pure light on canvas. Each day brings new inspiration, as I paint the magic of sunsets and the essence of this land, transforming tubes of paint into vivid stories.
Refresh the old soul...
We have since moved twice, and each time, finding old houses with a soul. I have a passion for bringing old homes back to life….breaking down constricting walls, replacing small windows by salvaged giant french doors, designing new kitchens, bathrooms, and gardens. Adding light and color, which is my natural way of giving life.
Awards
2000 2nd prize oil Cazaubon, France “Lilacs and Peonies”
2001 1st prize oil Mezin, France “Friends”
2002 1st prize public vote Cazaubon, France “Eternal Love”
2008 People’s Choice Midland Town Hall “Guildford ‘s Icon”
City of Swan Art Awards
Solo Exhibitions
1994 Galerie de Castries Castries, France
1998 Galerie de Barbotan Barbotan, France
2001 Chateau de Millet Eauze, France
2004 Private Exhibition Subiaco, Au
2005 Monart Gallery Dalkeith, Au
2007 Studio Exhibition South Guildford, Au
2008 Studio Exhibition South Guildford, Au
2009 Solo Exhibition in Guildford . French Landscapes
2009 Opening of Bonnie’s Art Gallery, Stories on the Wall
2009 – 2011 Continues to exhibit her vast body of works accomplished in France from 1994 – 2002
2012 Exhibition: Going Home. A collection of 28 story book houses created from memories and imagination.
2014 Exhibition: Soul Trees. A collection of Australian trees in strong vibrant colours painted with emotion.
2015 Exhibition: Wandering Soul. A collection featuring the radiant outback of Northern Australia
2016 “The Early Days” Exhibition – Stories on the Wall, Guildford, Australia
Group Exhibitions
1989 Lamarck gallerie Paris, France
1990 Linden gallery Los Angles , USA
1992 Galerie de l’Ecusson Montpellier, France
1993 Galerie des Antonin Nimes, France
1996 Salon Artistique de Castries Castries, France
1997 Gondrin Galerie Gondrin, France
1997 Galerie de Cazauban (duo) Cazaubon, France
1998 Art et de Rencontre Eauze, France
1999 Art et de Rencontre Eauze, France
1999 Galerie de Barbotan Barbotan, France
2000 Galerie des Beaux Arts Paris, France
2000 Galerie de Mezin Mezin, France
2002 Art et de Rencontre Eauze, France
2005 Trinity Art Exhibition East Perth, Australia
2005 Stafford Studios Cottesloe, Australia
2005 Accent Gallery Dalkieth, Australia
2005 Yallingup Gallery Yallingup, Australia
2008 City of Swan Midland Town Hall
2008 Darlington Town Hall Darlington
Private Collections
France – Paris, Toulouse, Montpellier, Auch, Bordeaux, Nimes, Castries, Barbotan,Eauze.
Gondrin
United States of America – Los Angeles, New York, Milwaukee, Madison, Orlando,
Valencia, San Diego, Taluca Lake, Sherman Oaks
Canada – Quebec
England- London
Australia – Perth, South Guildford, Mayland, Kalamunda, Gooseberry Hill, High Wycomb, Dalkeith, Claremont, South Perth, Dianella, Lockridge, Subiaco, Lathlain, Cottesloe, Dunsbourough, Mont Lawley, Midvale, Melbourne, Sydney
Editions and Art Reproductions
France – Paris, Toulouse, Montpellier, Auch, Bordeaux, Nimes, Castries, Barbotan,Eauze.
Gondrin
United States of America – Los Angeles, New York, Milwaukee, Madison, Orlando,
Valencia, San Diego, Taluca Lake, Sherman Oaks
Canada – Quebec
England- London
Australia – Perth, South Guildford, Mayland, Kalamunda, Gooseberry Hill, High Wycomb, Dalkeith, Claremont, South Perth, Dianella, Lockridge, Subiaco, Lathlain, Cottesloe, Dunsbourough, Mont Lawley, Midvale, Melbourne, Sydney
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