About

Art Battle 52, May 2013

Art on the Farm, Ottawa, Aug 2012

My love for visual art began more than ten years ago, but I spent several years away from the canvas. In February 2012, I was drawn to develop and master palette knife techniques through the Ottawa School of Art.  I studied for a year under the artist Hamid Ayoub. I instantly fell in love with acrylics and palette knife techniques. Through this medium I am able to experiment with abstraction/expressionism and colour harmonies. The textures, rich colours and movement in my art allow me to express emotions and my interpretations of life. I am inspired by Canadian artists such as Su Sheedy, Jean-Gabriel Lambert, and Niko (Nicole Mathieu).

I recently took a 2 year hiatus from painting as I pursued my Master of Arts Degree, Art History. I continue to paint and create new works, and develop my knowledge of art. 

For commission inquires and available works for purchase please contact me at: margaret.bennetto@gmail.com
Follow me on Twitter: @MargoBennetto

Thank you for your interest in my work and for your support!

2015 Exhibitions

• Pour Boy pub:  Margo's Artworks, Solo Show. Oct. 25, 2015 - Jan. 9, 2016. 495 Somerset St.W, Ottawa.

2014 Exhibitions

• Carleton University Art Gallery (CUAG): The 3rd Carleton Community Art Exhibition, Jan 11-19, 2014, Ottawa.

2013 Exhibitions

• Art Battle (live competitive painting), Ottawa Battle 73, November 2013
• Art Connexion (multi-disciplinary artists group show), Hintonburg, September 2013
• Art Battle (live competitive painting), Ottawa Battle 52, May 2013

2012 Exhibitions

• Sketch - Fundraiser for Saw Gallery, Ottawa. November 30, 2012.
• Daily Grind Art Cafe - 601 Somerset Street, Ottawa. October 2012 - March 2013
• Art on the Farm - Experimental Farm, Ottawa. August 25, 2012.
• Art in the Park- Strathcona Park in Sandy Hill, Ottawa. August 11, 2012.
• Strut Your Stuff - Glebe Community Centre Art Show for New and Emerging Artists, Ottawa. May 7-12, 2012.

Strut Your Stuff Art Show, May 2012