LARGE PEONY GARDEN 53 A Senior Signature Member of

A Senior Signature Member of the Federation of Canadian Artists (SFCA)

sweeping strokes create texture and relief on the surface and paint is layered and scraped

Bird paints from firsthand outdoor observation (en plein air)

and personal reflection in viewers

Mystic Labradorite

LARGE PEONY GARDEN 53 A Senior Signature Member ofThe floral artwork of Robert Lemay is best understood as a blend of classical realism and contemporary style, focused on creating an immersive, sensory experience rather than just a decorative still life. A particular point of inspiration for his work comes from numerous visits to Campo de Fiori, a famous bustling square in central Rome, Italy, renowned for its daily flower market. Lemays flower paintings are not merely representations of bouquets;