| Artist Bio: Edwin's acute attention for detail and his insistence on perfecting his work has allowed this self taught artist to pursue a career in fine art.
Edwin was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba in 1969. Even at an early age Edwin displayed an artistic talent. In 1991, he moved to Edmonton, Alberta and applied at a local community college. His portfolio was not considered impressive at the time and his acceptance was refused. Despite the initial set-back, he was determined to pursue a career in the arts. The local library served as a source of reference to study the great artists of the renaissance, up to and including modern works. Edwin is inspired by many artists, his favorites being Albert Bierstadt, Frederick Edwin Church, and Leonardo DaVinci. Edwin began experimenting with different mediums, techniques and styles, finding his niche in wildlife and landscapes.
By 1992, began selling his originals to collectors and investors. In 1995, Edwin won the Alberta Duck Stamp competition for Ducks Unlimited. With the funds raised from the sale of collector stamps and prints, a marsh was developed to ensure the duck population. By 1999, Edwin and his brothers began a publishing company, Tuts Bros. Limited Editions.
Edwin has donated prints to numerous charities including the United Way, Epileptic Association, and other local charities. Edwin's future goal is creating a trust fund to sponsor struggling artists so they may develop their talent and to help advise and guide them in their pursuit of the fine arts.
Edwin draws his inspiration from nature, spending much of his time in the back-country. In every painting, he hopes to capture the outdoor experience in his artwork. Ultimately, Edwin hopes that his paintings inspire others to recognize the need for the preservation of nature and it's inhabitants through the appreciation of nature.
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