Artist Statement

Through my art, I explore connections between the natural world and ancient feminine archetypes such as the Mother, the Mystic, and the Lover.  Botanicals, vessels, ceremony, playfulness, and the unexpected are themes that emerge in this pursuit. My experiences as a florist and potter have significantly influenced my creative process over the years, both in subject matter and technique. My work is often vibrant, intuitive, and dreamlike, bringing form to the essence I feel in the world around me, both seen and unseen. As a curious experimenter, I am particularly drawn to materials and techniques that have an element of autonomy. Relinquishing some control of the outcome creates an experience of wonder and intimacy with my pieces. My work tends to evoke curiosity and exploration in those who view it.  

Artist Bio

Krisanne Souter (b.1979) is a Canadian artist whose work explores the relationship between the autonomy of materials, the natural world, and feminine archetypes. A solitary wilderness explorer during childhood, she subsequently apprenticed as a florist, studied art at Sheridan College, and apprenticed as a potter. She continued to develop self-taught techniques in painting, collage, assemblage, and inking while raising her young family in Northern Ontario. She currently creates surreal and abstract work in water-based media on paper. An active status member of the Federation of Canadian Artists, Krisanne’s work has been collected internationally and shown in Canada, including at the FCA Toronto Invitational Juried Art Show. Krisanne lives and works north of Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, near Lake Superior.

Representation

Artspace Warehouse, Los Angeles, CA - www.artspacewarehouse.com/en/home

Group Exhibitions

2023 - Online Federation Showcase - Federation of Canadian Artists
2023 - FCA Toronto Invitational Juried Art Show - Online 
2012 - 45th Annual Bruce Peninsula Art Show - Group Show 
2011 - 9th Annual Feast for the Eyes Juried Art Show - Southampton Art Gallery - Southampton, Ontario Canada
2010 - 8th Annual Feast for the Eyes Juried Art Show - Southampton Art Gallery - Southampton, Ontario Canada
2006 - Group Show in support of Amnesty International - LopLops - Sault Ste Marie, Ontario Canada

Solo Exhibitions 

2015 - Jade Wellness Gallery Space, Sault Ste Marie Ontario
2013 - "I Am Here" - Solo Exhibition - Southampton Art Gallery - Southampton, Ontario Canada

Awards

2011 - "Best in Show" 1st Place for "Eternal Refrain" (painting) at the 9th Annual Feast for the Eyes, Juried Art Show - Southampton Art Gallery - Southampton Ontario Canada
2010 -  "Visionary Award" for "Instinct Reverence" (painting) at the 8th Annual Feast for the Eyes, Juried Art Show - Southampton Art Gallery - Southampton Ontario Canada
1997 - Frank Panabaker Award for Arts - Ancaster Ontario Canada

Membership

2022-2024 - Federation of Canadian Artists - Exibiting Member

Publications

2024 - CBC Arts - May 2024 - artwork featured in "Hi, Art" 
2005 - Articulations - Volume 22, Issue 5

Collections

Krisanne's work has been privately collected across Canada and Internationally

Commissions

2015 - Private Technology Professional - Mixed Media collage Ottawa Ontario, Canada