About the artist - Tyler Pentland

Biography

TYLER PENTLAND (b. 1982, Penticton, BC Canada) lives and works in Calgary, AB. He graduated with a Diploma of Fine Arts from the University of British Columbia in 2002 and a Bachelor of Design from Emily Carr University in 2005. In 2017 he competed nationally in Art Battle Canada and placed 1st as well curated his first exhibition “ Mediation on Paper “ which went on to sell out.

Artist Statement

What inspires my art practice is those who are close to my heart, mainly my very supportive Partner and our amazing miracle, our daughter - with a full heart I paint with great intention to spread a message of hope, love & acceptance.

AWARDS / ACCOLADES

2020 ROSSO Selected Artist 2020 - 2021

2017 Art Battle Canada Winner - 1st place

CV

2002 Diploma of Fine Arts - University of British Columbia, Kelowna

2005 Bachelor of Communication Design - Emily Carr University, Vancouver

GROUP EXHIBITIONS

2010 Dogwood Monarchist Society LGBTQ+ Art Show, Vancouver BC (August)

SOLO EXHIBITIONS

2017 Meditation on Paper, Vancouver BC (May)