Joseph Marshall Foster – Professional Artist
His art begins with a moment that means something
"I follow what moves me — I paint with my eyes, but also with my heart"
This simple phrase captures the way Joseph Foster approaches his work. Recognized as a respected artist, Joseph is known for his prolific and versatile practice. He moves confidently between portraiture, abstraction, and animal imagery, always following what feels genuine. His creative process isn’t bound by location or timing — he’s ready to paint anytime and anywhere. Every piece begins with something that stirs him, and he brings it to life.
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Portraits
Each portrait in this collection begins with a real encounter — someone Joseph noticed, in a quiet moment, or during a passing conversation.
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Abstracts
For Joseph, abstract painting is a space of freedom — a place to express what can’t be said in words. These emotionally impactful paintings are guided by feeling, motion, and mood.
Animals
This collection brings together Joseph’s paintings of animals — created at different times, in different moods, but always with attention to presence and character. He doesn’t follow one approach or style, letting each image take shape in its own way.
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About Joseph Marshal Foster
Joe is a skilled oil painter based in Smiths Falls, Ontario. He is a prolific artist with a wide variety of works.
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