Nadine Bradshaw
Whether I am painting people, plants, or animals, I consider all of my work to be a form of portraiture. Through the use of oil paint, I love to capture my subjects with brushstrokes of colour that attempt to layer their essence upon the canvas. With my paintings I showcase a character at a particular moment in time, preserving them in a perpetual bloom before they wilt, grey, or lose their baby teeth.
“When I paint there is this moment, between one brush stroke and the next where what I am painting comes to life.”
Biography
Nadine Bradshaw was raised in the vast, open landscapes of the Canadian prairies, where she first developed her love for the natural world. She pursued her passion for art by studying Fine Arts at the University of British Columbia. Following her studies, Nadine established her professional practice in the Netherlands, where she has been based since 2013.
Living and working in The Hague, Nadine's work is a continuous exploration of color and its emotional resonance. Her art captures the delicate interplay of light and hue, whether in the expressive botanicals she cultivates or in the reflections of colour she observes on the faces of those she meets. Specializing in portraits and vibrant floral landscapes, Nadine’s work reflects a deep connection to the world around her and a constant curiosity about the boundaries of color.
