Barb is largely a self taught artist, although she has studied aspects of painting and art history at the Emily Carr Institute of Art & Design. A passionate experimenter, Barb’s artistic journey has led to a body of unique works that have been included in the PNE Prize Home, logos for various organizations and the recipient of several juried artistic awards. The ongoing experimentation has brought her to her recent body of work  which embraces the process of gilding. This distinctive use of metal leaf, combined with chemical patinas, paints, dyes and stains, achieve a wide range of colors and textures. This ancient art form is applied to curved canvases and boards that she has created as well as other vessels. The unique art that ensues is a mix of  both old world and modern techniques.

Barb presently serves as a director on the board of a local artists’ organization. She has curated a Vancouver Gallery and also continues to be involved in many charity organizations as well as an active player in the art world. In 2010 she curated, designed and installed the very successful 2010 Opening of AIOM Jump Start at the Vancouver Roundhouse. Her artistic journey has led to bodies of unique works that have been included in the PNE Prize Home, logos for various organizations and the recipient of several juried artistic awards including the 2010 WAC Award.  Her works can now be found in corporate and private collections in six continents.  She remains a Member of Western Art Circle, Artists in Our Midst,  Member of Worldwide Women Artists Group and an Active Member of the Federation of Canadian Artists.

For 2011, Barb is off to a juried exhibition in SOHO, New York, at the Broadway Gallery and then to the Miami Art Fair.

INQUIRES VIA EMAIL:  bbowlsby@shaw.ca