I'm Maria Isabel Fleury, Canadian-Venezuelan artist. I moved with my family to Canada in 2014 and immediately fell in love with the Canadian landscape.

Originally from Venezuela, and never before having experienced the evolution of nature through the seasons, I was blown away by the power of nature to evolve. I have travelled extensively in Canada in search of inspiration. I combine my love for the outdoors and photography with the fascination to express the natural beauty of the Canadian outdoors in my canvases.

I began my art journey as a self-taught artist until I joined the Mastrius Community in 2021. I have now benefited from the instruction of master artists such as David Langevin, Heather Pant and currently Charlie Easton.

I work from my home studio in Oakville, Ontario. I paint in acrylics, using bold and vibrant colours typical of my Latin American roots. I love to describe my work as ‘Canadian Landscape with a Latin-American twist’.

‘Being drawn into the painting’, ‘being in the forest’, ‘feeling the breeze looking up the trees’, ‘feeling hope and happiness’ are some of the reactions expressed by people that get to experience my art.

I have participated in a number of art shows and group exhibits in Canada. My work is collected in Canada, Venezuela and Europe. Every year I donate select paintings to different charities, including the Pediatric Oncology Group of Ontario (POGO).

I’m open to commissions. Please contact me for further details.

Inspiration

Trees and forests have been and continue to be my main source of inspiration. I’m amazed by the ‘power of nature to evolve through the seasons’ specially trees. Trees adapt to all circumstances, they regenerate and self-heal, they are example of resilience and perseverance. They weather the storm, they set roots, they grow tall, and then bloom and give fruit. So much to learn from.

Techniques

I use acrylics, with bold and vibrant colours, typical of my Latin American roots. I love to use different brushes, sponges, palette knifes and anything that I find nearby to create textures and intensity in my paintings.

My art business has been designated as a "Trusted Art Seller" with The Art Storefronts Organization, which means you can shop with confidence, and know that I stand behind the quality and value of my products.