Our Featured Artists Are on Display
All original artwork is for sale.
Art sales help support The Bow Valley Ranche Historical Society (30% of sales), and, of course, the artist!
Currently on display at the Bow Valley Ranche Restaurant:
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Jennifer Francis
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Scott Storey
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Darcy Presiloski
Scroll down to view their work or view it on display at the Bow Valley Ranche Restaurant or email to info@bowvalleyranche.com
20x20 Acrylic $450
10x10 Acrylic $220
15x30 Acrylic $350
20x20 Acrylic $450
Jennifer Francis ARTIST
Artist Biography
Art has been a constant thread in Jennifer’s life, first appearing in childhood as what others called “an artistic flair.” Born and raised in Calgary, Alberta, in a family of creatives, she was immersed in a world of music, poetry, and visual art from an early age.
Her early career paths reflected her creative spirit, earning her Red Seal as a chef and designing intricate, custom cakes. But when motherhood and a corporate career took center stage, art quietly moved to the background.
Still, creativity remained in her bones, waiting to resurface. As her son grew older, Jennifer returned to art with renewed passion. She immersed herself in painting and community, joining the Calgary Sketch and Painting Club, the Federation of Canadian Artists, and the FCA Calgary Chapter. Today, she continues to explore and refine her craft, driven by a deep and lifelong connection to visual storytelling.
If you are interested in purchasing one of Jennifer's pieces, please contact info@bowvalleyranche.com*
24” x 12” Oil on canvas $249.00
24” x 12” Oil on canvas $249.00
24” x 12” Oil on canvas $249.00
24” x 12” Oil on canvas $249.00
Scott Storey ARTIST
Artist Biography
SCOTT STOREY IS AN ARTIST WHO STRIVES TO CAPTURE THE NATURAL BEAUTY OF THE CANADIAN LANDSCAPE IN HIS ARTWORK.
Scott's inspiration comes from the immense landscapes and unending natural wonders of the North. Whether it's a majestic mountain range or a tranquil forest, Scott hopes to evoke the same sense of wonder and appreciation in viewers of his work that he feels every time he sets foot in this special place.
After starting out in a trade career, Scott took up painting as a form of self expression and soon found himself creating stunning pieces that reflect the
immense and varied beauty of Canada. He has a connection to the landscape that surrounds him, and he strives to share this with others through his artwork.
He is fascinated by the way the light changes throughout the day and the seasons, and he strives to capture that in his work.
After experimenting with photography, he started painting in 2020 using oil paints. His artworks allow him to explore color and composition in a more free-form way. He often starts with a general idea in mind, but allows the painting to evolve organically as he works.
This process always leads to interesting and unexpected results that he loves to share with his admirers.
If you are interested in purchasing one of Scott's pieces, please contact info@bowvalleyranche.com*
30 x 22 Oil on Canvas $1,800
17 x 21” Oil on Linen Board $875
20 x 20” Oil on Linen Panel $990
30 x 22 Oil on Canvas $1,800
Darcy Presiloski ARTIST
Artist Biography
The first artwork Darcy remembers making was a drawing of a horse around the age of 5. She lived on a farm near Granum in southern Alberta with the usual compliment of farm animals. Darcy’s favourite subject is horses although cows and dogs and cats and cowboys and cowgirls are not far behind. She paints ranch and rodeo themes from photos taken at brandings, roundups, local rodeos and from the side of a country road.
Darcy’s subjects are candid images of the everyday, with that rough around the edges, take it as you find it feel.
In addition to western themed images Darcy has also ventured into wildlife art. She works primarily in oils and enjoys graphite, pastels and watercolour as well. Her art training has been eclectic; she took high school art classes, children’s art courses at university for a teaching degree and has taken classes from respected teachers on subjects she felt she needed to know about or enjoyed.
Darcy likes to paint moments and stories. Some pieces are simply created to allow the viewer to enjoy the moment and others provide a perspective of western life that not everyone is privileged to see. She thinks it is important to share the western way of life. As well, Darcy feels it is important to leave a history in images documenting farm, ranch and western life for the future.
If you are interested in purchasing one of Darcy's pieces, please contact info@bowvalleyranche.com*
Learn about the artwork in the year-round, outdoor gallery of the Native Gardens, The Artisan Gardens, and The Branded Patio at Bow Valley Ranche!
All original artwork is for sale. Please inquire on site at the Bow Valley Ranche Restaurant or email to info@bowvalleyranche.com
Art sales help support The Bow Valley Ranche Historical Society (30% of sales), and, of course, the artist! Thank you.