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FRED OSTHER T
“Sea to Sky Highway” Oil on Canvas, 18”x24”
www.fredosther.com
he inspiration for Fred Osther’s painted images springs from real-life settings with an underlying light pattern. He states: “For me, drawing and painting is like a travel journal of the interesting people and places I’ve seen. All have caught my attention for mostly inexplicable reasons”.
“Squamish” Oil on Canvas, 12”x16”
During Covid, all travelers were restricted, but as often happens, when one door closes, another one opens. For this series, it was a chance to explore his neighborhood carefully. These paintings depict a one-hour drive along the Sea-to-Sky Highway, rated among North America’s top 10 scenic routes. His painting approach follows the traditional practice of underpainting. First, oil paints are applied over a detailed grey underpainting. During underpainting, extra emphasis is placed on creating an atmosphere and convincing perspectives. Color is then added with a focus on color temperature. Fred Osther’s early art education began at the Ontario College of Art in Toronto. After a successful business career, he pursued courses at the Gage Academy of Art in Seattle, Angel Academy of Art in Florence, and several workshops with talented teachers. Many successful juried shows followed, and a passionate hobby turned into a true vocation.
“Laneway” Oil on Canvas, 24”x18”
Fred Osther is a Director of the Federation of Canadian Artists. His studio is in North Vancouver, BC, Canada, where he paints and teaches.
