Moonlight

About Moonlight

This contemporary painting by Fiona Ackerman references moonlight.

The bold artistic vision of Vancouver painter Fiona Ackerman is often inspired by nature. This painting entitled ‘Moonlight’ is a carefully collaged composition, its central form a lyrical swath of white that flows down the center of the canvas. Layers of shapes, expressive lines, shadowy images and textured features provide the backdrop. Graffiti-like black markings—a signature of Ackerman’s work adds intriguing detail and contrast. The colour palette is an eclectic mix of deep green, red, pale pink, cement gray and black.

“I’m often asked what kind of painter I am. Figurative, abstract, small, large, digital, botanical, surrealist, mural... I just say yes to all of it.” Fiona Ackerman

Fiona Ackerman was born in Ottawa in 1978. She studied painting at Concordia University and completed a BFA at the Emily Carr University of Art and Design in 2002. She has held more than 20 solo exhibitions internationally.
Fiona’s studio practice extends beyond painting to include several large-scale murals, video and other public art projects. In her free time, she writes and records music and videos, often working with other musicians. She currently lives and works in Vancouver, BC.