Randy Hyashi || Artist Profile

Randy Hayashi is a three-time contributor to the Spero Gala.

Hilda Glacier by Randy Hayashi  

12" x 36"

Scrolling through the photo gallery of Hayashi’s landscape painting’s, on his website is reminiscent of a drive from Edmonton to Banff. The scenes are familiar, and there is something both exhilarating and peaceful in the recognition.

The artist uses vivid contrasting, in a style reminiscent of the group of seven, to evoke a sense of connection to the landscapes of Alberta. His medium of choice is acrylics because it allows him to layer colour, create texture, as well as allowing flexibility for spontaneous changes.

Born and educated in Alberta’s capital, Hayashi is inspired by the nature around him. He enjoys the outdoors. He seeks to create “tangible reminders of personal experiences and places.” You can recognize Edmonton’s river valley and Rocky Mountains in his landscapes.