Featured Artists
Featured Artists
Manuel Murillo
Born in Guadalajara, Mexico in 1991, I have always been passionate about painting, particularly animals. My journey has taken me from Mexico to the U.S. and now to Canada, where I continue to create murals and paintings that reflect my diverse experiences. Since 2021, I’ve had the honor of showcasing my work in numerous locations, including galleries, businesses, and private residences. Currently, I reside in Kitchener and am actively engaged in community work through my role with a non-profit organization, while continuing to pursue my artistic passions.
Faisal Abdul Qader
Founder of Ross Hill Art, he is passionate about curating and promoting Canadian art globally. What began as a hobby has grown into a business, showcasing Canadian landscapes, abstracts, and florals. He helps local artists gain international exposure, especially to the niche collectors in the Gulf countries like Qatar, Kuwait, UAE etc. Faisal’s commitment to cultural exchange and inclusivity drives Ross Hill Art’s mission. Currently pursuing his Masters of Business, Entrepreneurship & Technology (MBET) at the University of Waterloo, he brings both entrepreneurial expertise and a curated collection to this local event, sharing the beauty of Canadian art with the community.
Simone Patricia
Afro - Caribbean artist Simone Patricia is a contemporary artist from the Waterloo Region. Her expressive colour filled paintings pay homage to her African-Caribbean heritage/culture. Simone graduated with degrees in both Visual Arts and Education. Her works depicts the beauty, excellence and diversity within the diaspora while focusing on the evolution of said community in a positive light. Imperfection is Simone’s drive and motivation. She focuses on a combination of geometry and vibrancy to create fluidity and freedom within her works. Her goal is to have her viewers be able to understand and gain a positive perspective while being immersed in her various works.
Jeff Dillon
Jeff Dillon is a Canadian fine artist based in Waterloo, Ontario. From an early age, he explored nature, collecting specimens and observing wildlife across British Columbia, Manitoba, and Ontario. This deep connection to the outdoors inspired his vibrant artwork, which captures the beauty and changing weather patterns of each season. In his early thirties, Jeff committed to painting seriously, balancing family and work while developing his unique style. Influenced by artists like Lawren Harris and Vincent van Gogh, his work blends realism with fluidity and bold colors. Today, he is celebrated in the Canadian and global contemporary art scene.
The Pieces
‘Sistas’ Acrylic on Canvas (2022) 36"x60" by Simone Patricia P oung women. As well as d community.
Title: Autumn Splendor
Artist: Ann Curtis (Kitchener)
Type: Landscape, Oil painting on Board
Description: Artist Ann Curtis paints beautifully contemplative reflections rippling along the surface of water. Here, the artist creates an immersive experience that draws viewers into the surrounding natural world, evoking a sense of serenity and connection with nature.
Title: Autumn's Embrace
Artist: Roskos
Type: Landscape, Oil painting on Canvas
Description: This remarkable painting beautifully showcases a sunset scene, with rich and meticulously detailed natural elements. The artist masterfully captures the serenity and movement in nature, focusing on the calm yet dynamic interaction of the sky, land, and water, creating an atmosphere of peaceful harmony.
‘Electric Rebirth’ Acrylic on Canvas 36"x36" by Manuel Murillo
It features an electric green skull, blending elements of death with a vivid return to life. Inspired by the idea of becoming one with nature, this skull seems to dissolve into the elements, merging with the natural world. The vibrant, electrical hues represent the energy that persists beyond the physical, capturing a moment of transition similar to the process of transformation in both art and nature.
Title: Waves of Tranquil Dusk
Artist: John Crittenden
Type: Landscape, Oil painting on Canvas
Description: This captivating seascape by John Crittenden A gifted artist, with traditional and free-flowing style. His strong use of earthy colours is what sets his work apart. This painting showcases a sunset over a rocky shore, with waves splashing against the rocks. The sky is clouded, with warm tones of brown dominating the scene, reflecting the earthy beauty of nature. The golden hues of the setting sun add a serene glow to this dramatic coastal moment.
The Pieces
‘Forged by Time’ 39"x37" by Manuel Murillo
This textured acrylic and "dry wall mix" painting features earthy red tones and swirling circular patterns that evoke fire, movement, and transformation At its core, the four squares represent a window or portal, symbolizing transition and renewal. Much like the role of food in nurturing and sustaining life, this piece reflects nature's cyclical process of creation, destruction, and rebirth.
‘Hope’ 36ʺ x 18ʺ" by Jeff Dillon
“Hope,” captures a breathtaking sunset over a serene lake in Ontario, Canada. The sun sits low on the horizon, moments away from disappearing, casting a golden glow through the trees and onto the water. Dark shadows stretch across the landscape, adding depth and contrast. The sky is a vivid display of golden, yellow, pink, and purple hues, reflecting the beauty of Canada’s natural scenery. As a storm clears from earlier in the day, the promise of a quiet, star-filled night lies ahead, symbolizing hope and new beginnings. This painting embodies the serene and majestic landscapes of Ontario, offering a sense of tranquility and optimism for the future.
“MoonlitTide”24”x24ʺbyJeff Dillon
This painting, titled “Moonlit Tide,” captures the serene beauty of a rocky coastline bathed in the enchanting glow of moonlight. Though the moon itself is hidden behind the mountains, its bright light casts an ethereal illumination across the landscape. Waves gently lap against the shore, creating a soothing rhythm, while a rocky outcropping, adorned with resilient trees, adds to the scene’s rugged charm. The heat rising from the daytime is visible in the fog that clings to the coast before eventually dispersing into the night sky This nocturnal scene is rich with the natural splendour of the coast, showcasing its timeless balance in nature
“UnderneathStormySkies”
36ʺx60ʺbyJeffDillon
A magnificent mountain range stretches across the horizon, its peaks awaiting the touch of the clouds. Through a dense forest, our gaze is drawn to a serene lake, its waters a mesmerizing shade of crystal-clear turquoise. The serene lake rests peacefully, mirroring the majestic mountains, and exudes a sense of serenity, the calm preceding a storm Above, stormy clouds gather, their dark hues hinting at an impending shower. The approaching darkness casts an enchanting shadow upon the ground, hinting at the imminent rainfall. The landscape patiently with eager anticipation, awaits the rain, while the lake eagerly embraces the prospect of replenishment of more life-sustaining water This artwork captures the delicate balance of nature’s cycles.
The Pieces
“Triumphant” 30”x40ʺbyJeffDillon
In September the trees in my neighbourhood were already starting to turn yellow, orange, and red. I couldn’t wait to get my paints out and capture the beauty. I imagined all the ways that I could recreate these magnificent colours and decided I would complete a small series of paintings dedicated to my favourite season, autumn.
The fall colours were exceptional this year and each day I hurried outside to observe another tree transforming. I wanted to gather as many references as I could before the leaves started to drop. The sights I saw took my breath away. The hot days and cold nights had set the trees ablaze with colour, harmonized in a way that only Mother nature could conjure.
I have tried to embody the fleeting beauty of this season on my canvases.
I hope that when you see this series you feel as though you are walking through a glowing autumnal landscape.
All pieces showcased during this event will be available for sale throughout the evening,
“Northern Light Magic” 48ʺ x 36ʺ by Jeff Dillon
The painting depicts a serene and majestic landscape under the glowing lights of the aurora borealis swirling in the night sky casting an ethereal light over snowy landscape. In the foreground, a polar bear is shown looking up towards the sky, its eyes filled with wonder as it watches the swirling colours of the aurora borealis. The blues, teals and greens of the aurora dance and intertwine, creating a mesmerizing display of light and colour. The polar bear is surrounded by a serene and peaceful wilderness, Its white fur blending seamlessly with the snowcovered ground. Overall, the painting captures the beauty and serenity of the polar regions, as well as the power and majesty of the aurora borealis.
“Weathering Life’s Storms” 20ʺ x 40ʺ by Jeff Dillon
“Weathering Life’s Storms” is a vivid portrayal of a resilient rocky shoreline that has endured the relentless forces of oceanic storms over the years. This painting features a rugged coastline poised against the backdrop of an approaching storm, symbolizing the battle between land and sea. Covered with moss and seaweed, the smooth-edged rocks embody the unyielding spirit needed to endure nature’s harsh trials. One can smell the invigorating ocean breeze, inviting deep breaths and highlighting the untamed beauty of nature’s confrontation. This painting captures both the ruggedness of the terrain and the resilient spirit required to endure the storms of life.