Uprooting his life in Toronto, Lazarus Ioannou replanted himself in rural Bruce Peninsula back in 2007. It was there amongst the marshy forests and ancient, rocky shores that his creative spirit bloomed, inspired by the drama of nature. Moved to live by the majesty of the mountains and stormy waters of Southern Georgian Bay, Ioannou has called Collingwood his home and studio since 2012.
Painting with acrylic on wood and canvas, his expressions reveal our landscape’s moods and movement, often experienced but seldom seen. Relying on memories and impressions rather than photo references, Ioannou creates scenes that seem familiar because of their emotive quality and iconic visual clues.
His work has been acquired by the County of Bruce, displayed at the Tom Thomson Art Gallery, honoured with the Blue Mountain Foundation For The Arts’ Murray Clerkson Arts Award, and earned him a spot representing Collingwood at the 2014 Art Battle National Championship. To view his portfolio, or for inquiries or commissions, go to www.lazarusi.me. Ioannou is also represented by Matilda Swanson Gallery in Clarksburg. ❧
