Marina Doukas is a Canadian painter known for her dynamic, colourful works that balance vibrant energy with introspective depth. Her paintings range from bold and chaotic to more controlled, blended compositions, reflecting the complexities of self-expression and the nuances of identity. By bringing together abstract mark-making and contemporary portraiture, she delves into themes of perception, individuality, and the multifaceted nature of the self. Drawing from her expertise in gesture and abstraction, she uses paint as both a tool and a medium to document her journey of self-discovery, capturing moments of tension, revelation, and the pursuit of authenticity. Through a vivid palette and varied brushwork, her art serves as a continuous exploration of personal truth, celebrating the assertiveness and vulnerability inherent in the human experience.
Marina Doukas obtained her Bachelor of Arts, Honours in Studio Arts at the University of Guelph.
Marina is currently practicing on traditional Haudenosaunee (Ho-de-no-sau-nee-ga) Territory. Acknowledging this traditional territory is to recognize it’s longer history and it’s significance for Indigenous peoples who lived and are currently living upon it.