"Let's Go Out Tonight" symbolizes the dynamics of personal interaction through colour and form. Each hue is an interpretation of varying emotional depths—from intimate connections to casual exchanges—highlighting the give-and-take nature of relationships. The arrangement of these forms against a contrasting background accentuates complexities and shifting balances, prompting viewers to contemplate the delicate balance between individuality and connection. AVAILABLE AT GALLERY 133
The scale of this work should not be underestimated. With silent imposition and a clever use of composition this piece is truly a favourite of the artist. Pulling together or drifting apart. The tension is palpable.
AVAILABLE AT KEFI ART GALLERY
ALWAYS TOGETHER
Abstract Minimalism at it’s finest. This work touches on the tensions of human relationships.
72” x 48” Available
LOVE CHANGES EVERYTHING
Intertwining composition that draws on the idea of family, protection and hope.
Velvety finish achieved through the precise application of gouache to the canvas working in the hard edge painting movement style.
48” x 48” - Enquire
Fiona Debell, a self-taught abstract artist, stands out for her emotionally impactful and thoughtfully composed works. Her art journey began at 18 after a transformative encounter with Mark Rothko's paintings at the Tate Modern.
Immigration to Canada in 2014 marked a new chapter in her art, bringing fresh perspectives and emotions. Fiona's creations range from tranquil and transient to strong and joyous, reflecting the complex spectrum of human experience.
In 2023 Fiona debuted a new body of work, "Reciprocity". In this collection Fiona focuses on the essence of human connections, inviting introspection and contemplation through her art. This series highlights the significance of reciprocal relationships in forging deep connections.
Fiona's art has gained international recognition, with a diverse global collector base. Her ability to evoke profound emotions through her work has earned her a distinct place in the abstract art world.
Based in Toronto, Fiona is dedicated to her craft, continuously exploring new techniques in her studio. Her passion for creating emotionally resonant art defines her as a remarkable and influential artist.
OOPS I DID IT AGAIN
Where do you see yourself in your relationships with other humans? This work reaches into the depths of reciprocal interconnection of our humanity. What does it say to you? Velvety finish achieved through the precise application of gouache to the canvas working in the hard edge painting movement style.
30” X 40” - AVAILABLE AT WHITE GALLEON ART GALLERY
TRADING UP
Where do you stand? In the complex world of human interaction are you a giver or a taker? How do you fit in your world?Safety, relationships, warning, interaction. This piece has it all.Imposing. Thoughtful composition.48” X 48” ENQUIRE
WORKING TITLE
Understanding the world around us is important, but awareness of our human interactions is unquestionably the most influential of our experiences.
Velvety finish achieved through the precise application of gouache to the canvas working in the hard edge painting movement style.
30” x 40” - ENQUIRE
ODE TO ELLSWORTH
Inspired by, and in homage to the late, great Ellsworth Kelly, one of the most influential of my inspiration artists.
This artwork draws on the Hard Edge Movement influence resulting in a beautifully minimalistic piece that draws the viewer to take a closer look.
48”x60” - ENQUIRE
STANDING ROOM ONLY
The twist is in the restraint.
Velvety finish achieved through the precise application of gouache to the canvas working in the hard edge painting movement style.
40” X 40” - AVAILABLE AT KEFI ART GALLERY
UNKNOWABLE STRENGTH
Who does the heavy lifting? Top or bottom? Left or right? Feel the tension as you gaze at this beautiful artwork.
48” x 40” - AVAILABLE AT KEFI ART GALLERY
ARE WE HUMAN
As an artist, I embrace Post-Painterly Abstraction: no visible brushstrokes, a seamless union of paint and surface, and vibrant colours expressing their own essential qualities. The process starts with a feeling, and a specific relationship observation. For every work, I create a small version, perfecting color and composition before sketching my outlines onto the canvas. The paint is all applied with a small 1” brush (even on the huge pieces), and there is no masking or taping. It is all hand/eye coordination on those deliberate hard edges. I find the process extremely mediative, and the more I fall into the work as I apply my paint, the better the outcome.This is minimalist abstraction in its purest form.
48” x 72” - Enquire
BREATH BETWEEN THE LINES
My art celebrates simplicity, finding complexity within minimalism. This approach leads to an interplay of forms and colors that both captivates and challenges, with large-scale pieces amplifying this dynamic and evoking a spectrum of emotions from introspection to liberation.
60” X 48” - Enquire
BREATHE TOGETHER
How much of you is determined by experience and how much by influence?
Delving into human relationships and their elemental factors this piece invites contemplation and reflection on the interconnectedness of our lives.
30” x 48” - AVAILABLE AT KEFI ART GALLERY
CLOSE YOUR EYES TO SEE
Humans enjoy so many interactions on a daily basis, but what do we see when we stop looking?
Bold forms in the Hard Edge Painting style that oozes minimalist sophistication.
Velvety finish achieved through the precise application of gouache to the canvas. Monochrome is enlivened with a bright pop of orange.
36” x 36” - ENQUIRE
DUPLICITY
Is it magnetic attraction? Is it pulling or pushing? How do we define love?Simple sophistication. Enjoy the delicate almost symmetry of this wonderfully proportioned piece that oozes class and draws you in.This artwork draws on the Hard Edge Movement influence resulting in a beautifully minimalistic piece that draws the viewer to take a closer look.
48” x 60” - AVAILABLE AT WHITE GALLEON ART GALLERY
WHAT LIES BETWEEN US
Colour, composition and a deep understanding of the interconnected nature of our lives. this one is a little different.
48” x 48” - ENQUIRE
HELLO YOU
Where do you stand? In the complex world of human interaction are you a giver or a taker? How do you fit in your world?
Positivity, relationships, tension, interaction. This piece has it all.
Imposing. Thoughtful composition.
48” x 48” - ENQUIRE
In "Now or Never," I am capturing the critical juncture of decision-making that defines human experience. The minimalist composition, with its stark, contrasting forms, represents the immediacy and the weight of moments when choices must be made - where hesitation meets the push of urgency. This piece reflects my exploration of non-verbal communication, suggesting that pivotal decisions often rest in the silent spaces between actions and words. The bold geometry and the painting’s scale echo the magnitude of such instances, while the simplicity of the design invites contemplation of the 'now,' the fleeting opportunity before it passes into the realm of 'never.' Through this work, I continue to delve into the profound emotional landscapes that connect humanity, emphasizing the silent yet powerful exchanges that shape our lives.
48” x 72” -AVAILABLE FINALIST IN CANADAS BIGGEST ART PRIZE 2024.
IN THE PRESENCE OF BEAUTY
When we love do we we become one half of a whole? Do we lose ourselves? The first one we should love is the one we see in the mirror. When we love ourselves first, we are always in the presence of beauty.
30” x 40” - ENQUIRE
THE KISSING TREE
Is there ever anything more wonderful than a kiss given in love and hope?
There will always be a first kiss and there will always be a last. Which will we remember and which will we forget?
This is minimalist abstraction in its purest form.
48” x72” - ENQUIRE
YOU ARE MY EVERYTHING
All encompassing. Simplicity. True Love.
Velvety finish achieved through the precise application of gouache to the canvas working in the hard edge painting movement style.
42” x 42” - ENQUIRE
I SIT AND WAIT
Our interconnectedness as humans comes in many forms. Each relationship has its own give and take. Some are inevitably more important than others as we journey. Stunning composition with the scale to anchor a room, become a conversation piece or simply provide a calming force.This beautiful artwork from the Reciprocity Collection brings a level of sophistication to any space.The velvet-like finish of the paint calls the viewer to take a closer look.
48” x 84” - ENQUIRE
THE OTHER SIDE OF LIGHT
What can we know about what we cannot see?
Velvety finish achieved through the precise application of gouache to the canvas working in the hard edge painting movement style.
30” X 40” - AVAILABLE AT KEFI ART GALLERY
Who is important in your world?
A subtly calming pallet compliments the velvety appeal of the finish in this beautifully understated artwork.
30” x 48” - AVAILABLE AT KEFI ART GALLERY
AIR
Who are you? We are everything and nothing. How do you explain that?
Cool, calm and collected. This beauty looks stunning alone or with its sister work Sky. Looks great in a variety of settings - the bold neutrality works with so many colour palettes.
36” x 36” - AVAILABLE AT KEFI ART GALLERY
FOREVER AND EVER MY LOVE
Acrylic Gouache on Canvas
42 x 42 in - AVAILABLE AT GALLERY 133
GALENE
When our world is frenetic we look to those surrounding us to provide a level of calm. But do they? When relationships intersect, each one provides a different benefit. Who is your calm?
This statement artwork is simplicity and calm brought to life. Galene means "calm" or "one who is relaxing and quiet. Galene is the name of a goddess who represents the calm sea in Greek mythology. Totally appropriate for this gorgeously classy piece.
84” x 60” - AVAILABLE AT KEFI ART GALLERY
BEHIND THE LIGHT
What lies beneath the velvet like beauty of this piece? Bringing together ink and acrylic gouache creates an absolutely unique curiosity. Th painting almost appears to be backlit!
Velvety finish achieved through the precise application of gouache to the canvas. A calming colour pallet makes this a this beautifully serene artwork.
36” x 48” - AVAILABLE AT KEFI ART GALLERY
VELVET NIGHTS
The name says it all.
Velvety finish achieved through the precise application of gouache to the canvas. A calming colour pallet makes this a this beautifully serene artwork.
36” x 36” - ENQUIRE
SKY
Who are you? We are everything and nothing. How do you explain that?
Cool, calm and collected. This beauty looks stunning alone or with its sister work Air. Looks great in a variety of settings - the bold neutrality works with so many colour palettes.
36” x 36” - AVAILABLE AT KEFI ART GALLERY
