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Wednesday, May 13, 2015

Mike Dendy || Artist Profile


 “The simple act of painting is a joy for me. I hope that is obvious and that perhaps the process of looking at my work will give encouragement to those who take the time to see it.”

"19 August 1942: Dieppe" by Mike Dendy 


Mike Dendy has pursued his painting career full time since retiring in 2006. 

Born into a military family, he spent his childhood moving across Canada. He settled in Alberta and earned a Bachelor of Education from the University of Calgary, after which he taught art for 37 years.  

His works to simplify his subject matter in contemporary landscapes. His aim to share some of the excitement he experiences approaching the scene, with his viewer. Dendy aims for his scenes to be identifiable, though they are abstract.

His major artistic influence is the American illustrator Paul Calle.

His artwork can be found in private collections throughout Alberta.  



Mike Dendy is represented by The Daffodil Gallery to see more of his work check out their website: http://www.daffodilgallery.ca/mike-dendy.html

The Daffodil Gallery
10412 124 St
Edmonton AB
T5N 1R5 

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