Moccasins and Medicine by R.S.ArtStudio in Kawartha Lakes

I’m an Indigenous acrylic artist working primarily in bold, dark, and bright colour palettes. My paintings are abstract, intuitive, and one of a kind, rooted in lived experience, personal history, and cultural identity rather than trends or replication. My work is expressive and layered, focused on movement, emotion, and presence. I paint from instinct and intention, allowing each piece to develop in its own way. Because of this, commissioned works are created through my artistic lens—clients are commissioning my voice, not a reproduction or a step-by-step design. I work mainly in acrylics, building depth through contrast, texture, and strong colour relationships. The finished pieces are meant to be felt first. They hold space, carry story, and stand on their own. Commissioned paintings are best suited for those who value originality and trust the creative process. If you’re drawn to bold abstract work by an Indigenous artist and are looking for a piece that is truly singular, my work may be the right fit.