Marianne Morris
Marianne Morris
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Beyond Breath Mixed Media 10x10
IdentityCrisis Mixed Media 48X36
Retreat Mixed Media 24X36
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Edge of the Horizon Mixed Media 10x10
Scraps of Faith mixed Media 24X30
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Marianne Morris
Artist Statement
For some time now, I’ve been interested in the Japanese idea Shinrin-yoku, or “Forest Bathing”
as a form of self care. Dealing with the stress caused by the pandemic, I began photographing
the local plant life on daily walks, and spending time sketching in the various gardens I had
access to. The more time I spent in nature, the more I realized the disconnect between the
natural order of things and the way society had evolved. Utilizing various text based elements
collected from printed books, newspapers and internet headlines, I began collaging my vision of
“society” on my supports, then using plant imagery based on my photos and sketches to
incorporate a sense of peacefulness.
I am continuing to explore these ideas, centering specific themes and plant imagery that both
confirms and contradicts these collage elements. I see potential for a large body of work that
explores trends and issues I see being discussed in the news and on various social media
platforms.
Biography
Marianne has been painting for over 20 years, living and working in Mississauga.
She graduated in Fine Arts from the University of Waterloo, specializing in painting, drawing and printmaking. Her studies continued with various workshops and courses offered by professional artists whose work she admired.
Marianne exhibits her work in Southern Ontario through exhibitions, art fairs and juried shows.
Her works can be found in corporate and private collections throughout Canada, the United States and Europe.
Artist Statement
For some time now, I’ve been interested in the Japanese idea Shinrin-yoku, or “Forest Bathing”
as a form of self care. Dealing with the stress caused by the pandemic, I began photographing
the local plant life on daily walks, and spending time sketching in the various gardens I had
access to. The more time I spent in nature, the more I realized the disconnect between the
natural order of things and the way society had evolved. Utilizing various text based elements
collected from printed books, newspapers and internet headlines, I began collaging my vision of
“society” on my supports, then using plant imagery based on my photos and sketches to
incorporate a sense of peacefulness.
I am continuing to explore these ideas, centering specific themes and plant imagery that both
confirms and contradicts these collage elements. I see potential for a large body of work that
explores trends and issues I see being discussed in the news and on various social media
platforms.
Biography
Marianne has been painting for over 20 years, living and working in Mississauga.
She graduated in Fine Arts from the University of Waterloo, specializing in painting, drawing and printmaking. Her studies continued with various workshops and courses offered by professional artists whose work she admired.
Marianne exhibits her work in Southern Ontario through exhibitions, art fairs and juried shows.
Her works can be found in corporate and private collections throughout Canada, the United States and Europe.