About Krisanne Souter

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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.

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.

Krisanne Souter

Ontario, Canada

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