Alana Evans, BFA
About
Alana Evans is a contemporary artist whose evocative oil paintings bridge the gap between emotion and memory. Inspired by the dramatic landscapes of British Columbia, Evans masterfully employs bold, fauvist-inspired colour palettes and expressive brushwork to create immersive compositions.
Her works are a love letter to the landscapes of her childhood, weaving together nostalgia, intensity, and deep artistic exploration.
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Her signature style blends transparent layers of colour, with expressive, bold textural marks. This use of varying techniques creates visual interest, adds depth to her work, and alludes to the creative process. This thoughtful nod to the artist's hand adds a personal narrative to each piece, leaving a trace of the artist's presence. Evans' attention to building visually striking compositions invites the viewer to step into a world where colour, texture, and light converge to tell a story.
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At the heart of her collection is the concept of 'Home', an exploration of how landscapes evoke belonging, memory, and emotional connection. To capture the essence of BC's rugged beauty- its lakes, mountains, flora, and ever-changing skies- Evans studies the landscape before staring a new piece. She builds the composition through a series of studies, plein-air painting, and photography, delicately intertwining memories of her youth. She relies on her professional training and the skills she's developed using oil and oil stick mediums to portray a refined painterly approach that is both dynamic and elegant.
'"I woke up one day compelled to paint big expressive landscapes. They transport me through an emotional journey of nostalgia, intensity, and expression"
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​A graduate from Emily Carr University of Art and Design in Vancouver, Canada, Evans holds a BFA in Visual Arts, solidifying her foundation in both traditional and contemporary artistic practices. She currently resides in Langley BC, where she continues to create, inspire, and push the boundaries of expressive landscape painting.
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