Celebrating Manitoba Artists – with Fairmont Winnipeg

Pulse Gallery is partnering with Fairmont Winnipeg to showcase the exceptional talent of Manitoba artists. Current work available for sale in the hotel lobby and the Gold Lounge has been created by local artists Leslie Franklin, and Marim Daien Zipursky.

Fairmont Winnipeg

Artists

  • Leslie Franklin
  • Marim Daien Zipursky
Leslie Franklin

Leslie Franklin

Leslie Franklin’s vivid use of colour and loose, flowing style produces expressive, unconventional results. Working primarily in the medium of alcohol ink, her unique style combines elements of realism with free-flowing, non-traditional and vibrant colour, rendering unique interpretations of seemingly conventional subjects.

A recurring focus in Leslie's work is the exploration of animal interactions with their environment. This love for animals and nature was evident early on and led her to pursue a Bachelor of Science. It is perhaps this scientific knowledge, combined with her mastery of working in this challenging medium, that place her alcohol ink paintings in a league of their own.

Marim Daien Zipursky

Marim Daien Zipursky

Current ceramic pieces on display in the Gold Lounge are the work of local artist Marim Daien Zipursky. Marim uses the ancient process of smoke firing in her exquisite sculptural creations. Instead of traditional glazes, Marim incorporates organic materials, such as rose petals, straw and seaweed, as well as copper wire, steel wool, oxides and salt to create subtle patterns and colour.

During firing, many variables can impact the final creation – the way the bin is loaded, the temperature of the firing, the additives to the sawdust and even the weather. When fully cooled, the work is removed from the ashes, cleaned and sealed. No two pieces are the same – each piece is a unique surprise.

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