Ilse Nel-Landers
Ilse Nel-Landers

I can’t remember a time when art wasn’t part of my life. For me it has always been a means of self-expression, continuous learning, preserving memories, and sharing my creations with others. While travelling to distant lands like Costa Rica, Australia, Mexico, Europe, and South Africa, as well as our beautiful country, Canada, I find myself drawn to the art I discover there (and often bring home).
My paintings are inspired by nature, emotions, and finding beauty in everyday scenes or objects.
I am a full-time artist now but during my many years as a teacher, the subject I loved teaching most of all was art. Respecting and encouraging the uniqueness of each student, teaching them skills, witnessing the pride they took in their masterpieces, and the way art allowed for uninhibited expression, brought me joy and a sense of purpose.
Art is self-expression.
Art is connection.
Art can be healing.
Art is timeless.
I can’t imagine a world without art…
Ilse
ilseart.ca
My paintings are inspired by nature, emotions, and finding beauty in everyday scenes or objects.
I am a full-time artist now but during my many years as a teacher, the subject I loved teaching most of all was art. Respecting and encouraging the uniqueness of each student, teaching them skills, witnessing the pride they took in their masterpieces, and the way art allowed for uninhibited expression, brought me joy and a sense of purpose.
Art is self-expression.
Art is connection.
Art can be healing.
Art is timeless.
I can’t imagine a world without art…
Ilse
ilseart.ca