From a series of paintings that explore Canadian popular culture and media. Often times Canadian culture is absorbed by the United States, rather then being perceived independently. For example, Toronto and Vancouver are the 3rd and 4th most popular film locations in North America, yet in movies these cities are repurposed as stand ins for American cities. Growing up in Canada, my life revolved around American media. It wasn't until I moved to the US that I started to appreciate and distinguish the elements that were intrinsic to my formative years in Canada. This series brings Canadian iconography to the forefront, sometimes in a comedic and light hearted way.
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