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"Art should match your soul, not your sofa." - Gurjit

Artist Gurjit Mann Toor in studio with a large painting Stack of original paintings leaning on studio wall Artist Gurjit Mann Toor in studio with a large painting  
Gurjit Mann Toor | Artists' Biography

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Calgary based artist Gurjit Mann Toor captures the transformative power of the majestic Alberta landscape. She paints her fascination with Alberta's rugged beauty, serene horizons, vast skies and tranquil spirit. Her endless backcountry adventures, from hiking and camping to mountain biking and skiing, have continuously fueled the creativity that makes up the soul of her work.

Gurjit’s process is a sophisticated balance of logic and intuition, drawn from her professional STEM background, balanced by her passion for creation. Painting became her meditative practice. She debuted with her first solo retrospective exhibition in 2023, after over two decades of painting.

Her signature style is characterized by bold and vibrant interpretations of the natural world. Through expressive palette knife and brush work, she invites viewers to step in and feel the boundlessness of each piece. 

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Artist and Collector celebrating sale of a large Blue Velvet painting Collector picture of Blue Velvet painting in-situ
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Artist and Collector celebrating sale of two extra large paintings in the Reflections Series Large dual paintings in corner placement showing cityscape reflected in water
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