I was born in Nova Scotia, Canada in 1956. My mother, Audrey Hudson, was also an artist, and I am sure she inherited this from her own grandfather who, in his day, was a professional artist and entrepreneur. Among other things he was responsible for the restoration of paintings in the collection at Burghley House, one of the great Elizabethan manor houses built in England in 1587. His very own art palette hangs proudly on the door to my studio.

I've loved art from an early age and took numerous lessons in drawing; enjoying it enough to pursue other creative interests that eventually lead to a diploma in fashion design from St. Lawrence College in 1978. After college, various art classes fed my desire to paint.

I'm interested in traditional & contemporary art. I especially love the chance to see major works "up close and personal" and, lucky for me, I have had the opportunity to travel. This has enabled me to indulge my passion in some of the world's great art museums.

I have studied painting under some excellent artists. One of my dreams was realized in 2001 when we lived in Australia, I got to meet and paint with one of my favourites: Robert Wade. I was delighted to find him approachable, charming, and full of the spirit of life… just like his paintings!

For the most part, my work is about the places and people that I find interesting. I think I am drawn to subjects that echo a life force in one way or another. I love watching the effects of light, and trying to incorporate that into my painting. I like watercolour and oils because they are different mediums, and switching between them keeps me hopping…just the challenge I like when painting.

I have been happily married to my husband David for 27 years, and I am the mother of three beautiful daughters, Holly, Rachel & Jane.

...Sally Chupick, February 2005