Biography

Since early childhood Erin Chard has lived in and around Victoria in the beautiful Pacific Northwest.

Her surroundings have always brought inspiration to her. Although she studied art at school and spent many months as a young adult gazing at masterpieces in Europe, Chard only began to paint seriously after being nurtured and encouraged by Molly Privett (Privett was associated with the Limners in Victoria).

Chard moved into watercolours with Flemming Jorgensen, fired by the delicacy and subtlety of the medium. Her scope and depth of experience with light, colour and symbolism have been enhanced by additional studies with the master watercolourist, Alan Bruce.

In 1987, she presented her first professional show and since then has participated in many public and invitational shows.

Chard, who was an original participant in the Fairfield Artists' Studio Tour, enthusiastically continues her support and involvement with this annual event, now in its fifth season.

Her commissions have been well received by both individuals and groups. Chard says her goal and her joy is to paint something that "lifts the heart and delights the spirit". Her work can be found in many local, national, and international collections.