All About Me!

Cheryl Stinson Rodo was born in Saskatchewan, Canada, and now divides her time between Toronto, Ontario, and Fort Worth, Texas. She earned her undergraduate degree from The University of Toronto and her Master's from California Coast University. Cheryl's skill with various mediums has garnered her international acclaim for her artwork. Since childhood, Rodo has been captivated by art, a passion that persists today. Her compositions often feature people and animals, celebrating innocence and new beginnings.

Rodo frequently works with oils, employing a realistic style reminiscent of photography. As an animal lover, she enjoys painting pets and wildlife. Her oil pieces "Pokey Possum" and "Marjaryasana" vividly showcase her imagination. The inspiration for "Marjaryasana" came from the cat of a childhood friend and fellow animal enthusiast, while "Pokey Possum" tells a story of ongoing curiosity and determination.

Rodo captures timeless moments in her work, whether it's a child discovering a flower for the first time or a new life stage in her wedding commissions. Each piece is painted with detailed simplicity.

Rodo has led workshops in both Canada and the USA, where the joy of teaching has bolstered her confidence in sharing the love of creation. Her enthusiasm and patience inspire students to pursue their artistic aspirations.

In the future, she hopes to further explore the use of her psychology degree and art therapy certification to help individuals understand and utilize the healing power of creativity.

Her work has been featured in exhibitions and galleries such as The Sovereign House, Og Gallery, Visual Arts Mississauga, Blue Too Art Gallery, Baron's Creek Vineyards, Hillsboro Art League Gallery, R-Town Art Gallery, and various corridor shows at Queen Elizabeth Park Community Centre and Centennial library shows.

Her acceptance into the Grapevine Art Project (GAP) has contributed to her international recognition. She serves as a Board Member of The Oakville Arts Society and is a member of both the Hillsboro Texas Art League and the Allen Texas Art League.

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