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Delvalle has participated in numerous juried art shows in Canada and the United States, including solo exhibitions, and her work is represented in private collections internationally. |
"My work seems to come from some deep instinctual part of my being. The ideas and images are perhaps emotional rather than rational, although I am also aware of making social commentary through my artwork, with the concept of living responsibly on the earth. I don’t think of art as something separate from life; I feel that the making of art should be available to everyone. It’s not necessary to be a Renoir or a Picasso. Art comes from the joys and sorrows of life and reflects a way of encountering and participating in the world."
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In December of 2004, Delvalle established a studio, gallery, and shop in downtown Kingston. Located at the corner of Queen and Wellington Streets, Delvalle’s Art Corner has become an important destination for tourists and local art lovers. Delvalle’s Art Corner carries one-of-a-kind handmade items, representing the work of over 20 local artists, featuring ceramics, glass works, jewelry, photography, and metal and wood work. This is the one shop in Kingston where only local artists are featured for exhibition and sale. Delvalle also teaches pottery-making in small classes in her studio at this location.
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Debbie
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Debbie's art career began in 1999 with the sudden death of beloved musician Joe Chithalen. "I owe everything to him. Joe was my inspiration to follow my dream and find the confidence to take my art seriously - life is too short!"
Debbie met Joe's parents, Eleanor and June at A Joe Show where she was raising money for the Anaphylactic Network, and selling prints of her montage pencil drawing, Memories of Joe. A Director of the Kingston School of Art happened by and upon viewing her portfolio, asked Debbie to apply for an instructor’s position. "The Chithalens and the people of the KSOA have been very supportive of me and my work", says Debbie.
Debbie
notes that it is easy for artists to complain about not having
enough time
to create their art, and that she isn't an exception.
While commissions, family and her work at the Kingston School
of Art take precious time away from her own
endeavours,
the rewards she gains far outweigh the cons. "My daughter
Carly is my closest confidant and my favourite subject matter! My
husband
Monty
is incredibly supportive and my most lucrative patron. I have
been drawn to portraiture all my life, and continue to explore the
human face in
my compositions. My work as volunteer helps keep the KSOA
in business. Nnot only does it benefit me personally, but
is essential for
our community. A great many lost souls find themselves there!"
Children's programs, private tutoring and the 'Anyone Can...' series
of classes are
rewarding for Debbie and have served to benefit
her skills. "How could I ever complain?" she bemuses. "But I do!"
Innocence
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Debbie is currently working towards a solo show, which will likely be exhibited at the Kingston School of Art. Debbie has exhibited in group shows at the KSOA, and at various locations around the city. Her show Brushworks exhibited at the Wilson Room of the Kingston Frontenac Public Library last September. "You can google me as Debbie Doogan (my first husband's name) and click on faculty and/or gallery at www.ksoa.info to see more of my work and biography. I hope to be accepted again this year into the Juried Art Salon." This year's Juried Arts Salon will be exhibited during the month of May in the Wilson Room at the central branch of the Kingston Frontenac Public Library.
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If
you wish to take lessons, have a portrait or any other commission
done you may book an appointment to view Debbie's portfolio
by calling the Kingston School of Art: 549-1528 or Art
By Debbie Studio: 386-3582.
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