JULIE BEUGIN
Julie Beugin's art vividly captures the essence of urban landscapes, focusing on the subtle details and quiet corners often overlooked in bustling cities. Drawing inspiration from her surroundings, Beugin translates her observations into a unique artistic language that blends photography, collage, and abstract painting.
Born and raised in Calgary, AB, Beugin pursued her artistic education at Emily Carr University in Vancouver, where she earned her BFA, and later at Concordia University in Montreal, where she completed her MFA. Her journey as an artist has been marked by notable achievements, including awards from the British Columbia Arts Council, grants from the Canada Council for the Arts, and recognition as a finalist in the RBC Canadian Painting Competition in 2009.
Currently based in Berlin, Germany, Beugin explores the dynamic relationship between city life and artistic creation. Her process begins with capturing everyday scenes through her camera lens, focusing on light, architecture, and the textures of urban surfaces. These photographs serve as the foundation for her innovative collages, which in turn inspire her vibrant abstract paintings.
In her latest series, "Daylight Cut-Outs," Beugin's artworks invite viewers to delve into her creative process. The paintings, characterized by bold colours juxtaposed with expanses of white space, incorporate fragments of canvas collages—a technique she has refined over years of practice. Each piece reflects Beugin's experimental approach, balancing spontaneity with meticulous composition.
Through her art, Beugin seeks to challenge conventional perceptions of urban spaces, transforming mundane cityscapes into realms of playful abstraction and contemplative exploration. Her work encourages viewers to reconsider the familiar, offering glimpses into alternative constructions of urban environments.
ADDITION proudly presents "Daylight Cut-Outs," showcasing the latest works by Canadian artist Julie Beugin. This exhibition celebrates Beugin's innovative fusion of photography, collage, and abstract painting, inviting audiences to appreciate the interconnected layers of her creative vision.
Julie Beugin, Entry, 2020, Pigment, acrylic and collage on canvas, 16.5 x 18 in
Julie Beugin, Go-Between, 2020, Pigment, acrylic, and collage on canvas, 16.5 x 18 in
Julie Beugin, Reversals, 2020, Pigment, acrylic, pencil and collage on canvas, 16.5 x 18 in
Julie Beugin, Canopy, 2020, Photocollage, Edition of 3, 26.8 x 19.7 in
Julie Beugin, Eye-To-Eye, 2020, Pigment, acrylic, pencil and collage on canvas, 18 x 16.5 in
Julie Beugin, Lightbox, 2020, Photocollage, Edition of 3, Framed: 24.55 x 20 in
Julie Beugin, Portico, 2020, Photocollage, Edition of 3, Framed: 20.12 x 16 in
Julie Beugin, Chosen Corners, 2021, Pigment, acrylic, pencil and collage on canvas, 63 x 51 in
Julie Beugin, Combo, 2020, Photocollage, Edition of 3, 20.96 x 16 in
Julie Beugin, Shade Sketch, 2020, Pigment, acrylic, pencil and collage on canvas, 63 x 47 in
Julie Beugin, Daylight Cut-Outs, 2021, Pigment, acrylic, and collage on canvas, 63 x 52 in
Julie Beugin, Interlude, 2021, Pigment, acrylic, pencil, and collage on canvas, 63 x 51 in
Julie Beugin, Breezeway, 2021, Pigment, acrylic, pencil and collage on canvas, 63 x 47 in