"My best advice to anyone at all is you’ve got to have an open mind."
In this episode of Living A Creative Life, we’re celebrating the life of artist Gordon A. Smith
Renowned Canadian artist Gordon A. Smith, co-founder of Artists for Kids, epitomized the idea that art is a gift. Painting until the age of 100, his lifelong dedication to creativity was a journey he generously shared throughout his career, leaving an indelible and far-reaching impact.
Interviewees Hilary Letwin of the West Vancouver Art Museum, Meredith Preuss of The Gordon & Marion Smith Foundation For Young Artists, and family friend John David James recount stories and sentiments about Gordon Smith, his life and his career, all steeped in a passion for creativity and art education.
To see more of Gordon A. Smith's artwork, and learn more about this amazing artist, visit:
Equinox Gallery - The Estate of Gordon Smith | Artist
James Rottman Fine Art - Gordon Appelbe Smith
Vancouver Art Gallery - Gordon Smith: The Black Paintings
Pachino 43, 1993, acrylic on tarpaulin
Gift of Leon and Joan Tuey
Collection of the Vancouver Art Gallery
Tanu, 1995, acrylic on canvas
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