Sarah Kidner

Sarah Kidner, born 1964, blends her early exposure to the Group of Seven and French Impressionists with a background in history and philosophy from the University of Toronto. Now based in Alberta, her work draws direct inspiration from the Rocky Mountains. A dedicated plein air painter, Kidner’s evolving technique reflects guidance from notable artists. She holds signature membership in the Federation of Canadian Artists and is a member of Oil Painters of America.Sarah Kidner was born in 1964. After much travelling, Sarah and her family moved to Ontario in 1969. Growing up in Toronto, Sarah was exposed to and inspired by many great art exhibitions from the Group of Seven to the French Impressionists.

At the University of Toronto she studied history and philosophy. A love of skiing, hiking and travelling drew Sarah to Banff in 1987. Now living in Alberta with her twin boys, she finds the Rocky Mountains an ideal setting for creative inspiration.

Sarah has attended many painting workshops from highly acclaimed and talented artists whose expertise has helped her to find her current path. Sarah paints primarily out of her Alberta studio but can also be seen painting out on location. Sarah is a member of Oil Painters of America and is a signature member of the Federation of Canadian Artists (SFCA).