-= Artist Biography =-

          Originally from Ontario, I have spent the past 10 years in rural Alberta and my love for western culture and atmosphere was immediate. A respectably large portion of my life has been spent dedicated to breeding and training quarter horses, this along with my passion for art is what makes each day special.
          The Calgary Stampede a iconic testament to western culture has juried my original artwork and was selected to be shown in their prestigious Western Art Gallery for 2006, 2007 and 2008.
          As a realist painter and self taught artist my subjects often reflect western lifestyle, animals and wildlife. My paintings have been purchased by collectors locally and internationally. I have always felt art can only be an extension of oneself with each painting a means of emotional expressions.

          Sincerely
                    Lorna Matsuda - Artist