PEI Artist - Carmella Cheverie
I am a native of Prince Edward Island. Born in Oyster Bed Bridge. We moved to Souris when I was 4 years old.
My Dad, Jacques Gallant, captained and owned a dragger and, after
raising their family of 14 children,
my mom and dad
(Clarisse and Jacques) operated
a take-out restaurant
Mama and Papa Jacques "Port O'Call"
at Souris Beach
where I learned the value of hard work and discipline.
In 1971 I married Patrick Cheverie who was fishing out of Vancouver, B.C. at the time. We spent some time in Vancouver and then moved back to Souris to fish lobster and groundfish.
Through the busy years of raising our own family of 6 and now our grandchildren,
I developed a love for art, gardening and beachcombing.
Fishing alongside my husband Patrick,
I learned to appreciate the beauty and power of the sea.
As a PEI artist,
I strive to capture the strength, beauty, and elegance of Prince Edward Island
in my artwork.
I have been learning and perfecting artistic skills all my life and will continue.
Self taught, my medium is mainly oil.
Prince Edward Island is in my heart and soul and I desire to share its story with others through my work.
Personal Statement :
When I escape into the realm of awareness that allows me to express myself in my works,
I recall the psalm
46-10
"Be still and know that I am God"